#VU48146 Missing Encryption of Sensitive Data in FusionCompute


Published: 2020-11-04

Vulnerability identifier: #VU48146

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-9128

CWE-ID: CWE-311

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
FusionCompute
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Huawei

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to an insecure encryption algorithm. A local administrator can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

FusionCompute: 8.0.0


External links
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20201104-01-encryption-en


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.


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