CVE-2016-5233: Infoleak
First published: Fri Jun 10 2016(Updated: )
Huawei Mate 8 smartphones with software NXT-AL10 before NXT-AL10C00B182, NXT-CL00 before NXT-CL00C92B182, NXT-DL00 before NXT-DL00C17B182, and NXT-TL00 before NXT-TL00C01B182 allow remote base stations to obtain sensitive subscriber signal strength information via vectors involving improper security status verification, aka HWPSIRT-2015-12007.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Huawei Mate 8 firmware | ||
| Huawei Mate 8 EMUI 4.1 Firmware |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5233?
CVE-2016-5233 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on user privacy.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5233?
To mitigate CVE-2016-5233, update your Huawei Mate 8 smartphone to the latest firmware version NXT-AL10C00B182 or above, depending on your model.
What devices are affected by CVE-2016-5233?
CVE-2016-5233 affects Huawei Mate 8 smartphones running specific firmware versions prior to the necessary updates.
What information can be exposed due to CVE-2016-5233?
CVE-2016-5233 allows remote base stations to access sensitive subscriber signal strength information.
Is CVE-2016-5233 exploit-able remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-5233 can be exploited remotely through vulnerabilities involving improper security configurations.
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