#VU26034 Improper Authentication in OxfordS-AN00A


Published: 2020-03-12

Vulnerability identifier: #VU26034

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1878

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
OxfordS-AN00A
Hardware solutions / Firmware

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

OxfordS-AN00A: All versions


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


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.


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