Vulnerability identifier: #VU60592

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-40046

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Huawei PCManager
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Huawei

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker on the local network to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to a module fails to fully verify external input, which leads to security restrictions bypass and privilege escalation.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Huawei PCManager: 11.1.1.95

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External links
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20220216-01-priesc-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.