CVE-2016-1489: Infoleak
Lenovo SHAREit before 3.2.0 for Windows and SHAREit before 3.5.48ww for Android transfer files in cleartext, which allows remote attackers to (1) obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network or (2) conduct man-in-the-middle (MITM) attacks via unspecified vectors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-1489?
CVE-2016-1489 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive information through network sniffing and man-in-the-middle attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1489?
To mitigate CVE-2016-1489, users should update to Lenovo SHAREit version 3.2.0 for Windows and 3.5.48_ww for Android or later.
What type of data is vulnerable in CVE-2016-1489?
CVE-2016-1489 allows attackers to obtain sensitive information that is transmitted in cleartext during file transfers.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2016-1489?
CVE-2016-1489 affects SHAREit applications on Windows versions up to 2.5.1.1 and Android versions up to 3.0.18_ww.
What is the impact of CVE-2016-1489 on users?
The impact of CVE-2016-1489 on users is the increased risk of data interception and unauthorized access to their transmitted files.