Vulnerability identifier: #VU27436

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1817

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Huawei PCManager
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Huawei

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper permission management of specific files. A local user can inject arbitrary commands and gain elevated privileges on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Huawei PCManager: All versions

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External links
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20200429-01-pcmanager-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.