Vulnerability identifier: #VU26971
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 4.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-287
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Huawei Taurus-AL00B
Hardware solutions /
Firmware
Vendor: Huawei
Description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to bypass authentication process.
The vulnerability exists due to the affected software insufficiently validate the user's identity when a user wants to do certain operation. A local attacker can trick a victim to install 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 Taurus-AL00B: All versions
External links
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20200415-01-smartphone-en
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.