Vulnerability identifier: #VU29141

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-2020-9225

CWE-ID: CWE-269

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
FusionSphere OpenStack
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: Huawei

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to the affected software does not incorrectly performs a privilege assignment when an actor attempts to perform an action. A local user can gain elevated privileges on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

FusionSphere OpenStack: 6.5.1

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External links
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20200617-01-fusionsphere-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.