Vulnerability identifier: #VU30115

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-9259

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Huawei Honor V30
Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software

Vendor: Huawei

Description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected system does not sufficiently validate certain parameter passed from the bottom level. A local attacker can trick a victim to install a malicious application and gain access to sensitive information on the target system..

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Huawei Honor V30: All versions

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External links
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20200715-02-smartphone-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.