Vulnerability identifier: #VU28288

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1798

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Huawei P30
Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software

Vendor: Huawei

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in when processing authentication requests when handling NFC work. An authenticated attacker with physical access can establish a NFC connection to the target phone and perform a series of operations on the target phone, which is beyond the guest user's privilege.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Huawei P30: All versions

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External links
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20200527-02-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.