#VU26375 Improper access control in P30 - CVE-2020-1800

Vulnerability identifier: #VU26375

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1800

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
P30
Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software

Vendor: Huawei

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in the function interface. A local attacker can trick a victim to install a specially crafted application, bypass implemented security restrictions and perform certain unauthenticated operations.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

P30: before 10.0.0.185

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External links
https://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20200325-02-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.