Vulnerability identifier: #VU28295

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1809

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Huawei Mate 10
Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software

Vendor: Huawei

Description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to excessive data output by the application. An attacker with physical access can wake up voice assistant, then do a series of crafted voice operation and read certain files without unlock the phone.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Huawei Mate 10: All versions

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External links
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20200527-01-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.