Vulnerability identifier: #VU26216

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 1.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1795

CWE-ID: CWE-840

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Huawei Mate 20
Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software
Huawei Mate 30 Pro
Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software

Vendor: Huawei

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise the target device.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected software does not properly restrict certain operation when the Digital Balance function is on. An authenticated attacker with physical access can bypass the Digital Balance limit after a series of operations.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Huawei Mate 20: All versions

Huawei Mate 30 Pro: All versions

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External links
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20200318-04-smartphone-en

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. The attacker should have physical access to the system in order to successfully exploit this vulnerability.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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