Vulnerability identifier: #VU29341

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1837

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Changxiang 8 Plus
Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software

Vendor: Huawei

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected device does not properly handle certain message from base station. A remote attacker on the local network can craft a fake base station and perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Changxiang 8 Plus: All versions

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External links
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20200624-01-dos-en

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.