#VU25430 Improper access control in Huawei products - CVE-2020-1860

Vulnerability identifier: #VU25430

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:A/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:N/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1860

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Huawei NIP6800
Server applications / IDS/IPS systems, Firewalls and proxy servers
Huawei Secospace USG6600
Server applications / Server solutions for antivurus protection
USG9500
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc

Vendor: Huawei

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote attacker on the local network can bypass implemented security restrictions and directly access the Internet.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Huawei NIP6800: V500R001C30 - V500R005C00

Huawei Secospace USG6600: V500R001C30 - V500R005C00

USG9500: V500R001C30 - V500R005C00

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External links
https://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20200219-02-firewall-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 local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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