Vulnerability identifier: #VU24146

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1786

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Huawei Mate 20 Pro
Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software

Vendor: Huawei

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform a spoofing attack.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of the user-supplied name for an apk file. A remote attacker can trick the victim into installing a malicious application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Huawei Mate 20 Pro: 9.1.0.135

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External links
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20200108-01-smartphone-en

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.