#VU26031 Improper Authentication in Huawei Honor V30 - CVE-2020-9064

Vulnerability identifier: #VU26031

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-9064

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Huawei Honor V30
Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software

Vendor: Huawei

Description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an improper authentication to target component when device performs an operation. A local attacker can load a malicious application, bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Huawei Honor V30: before OxfordS-AN00A 10.0.1.167(C00E166R4P1)

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External links
https://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20200311-01-smartphone-en

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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