CVE-2018-7906: Input Validation

Published Sep 12, 2018
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Updated

Some Huawei smart phones with software of Leland-AL00 8.0.0.114(C636), Leland-AL00A 8.0.0.171(C00) have a denial of service (DoS) vulnerability. An attacker can trick a user to install a malicious application to exploit this vulnerability. Due to insufficient verification of the parameter, successful exploitation can cause the smartphone black screen until restarting the phone.

Affected Software

4 affected components
huawei Leland-al00 Firmware=8.0.0.114\(c636\)
huawei Leland-AL00
huawei Lleland-al00a Firmware=8.0.0.171\(c00\)
huawei Lleland-al00a

Event History

Sep 12, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-7906?

CVE-2018-7906 has been classified as a denial of service (DoS) vulnerability.

2

How can I fix CVE-2018-7906?

To fix CVE-2018-7906, ensure your Huawei device is updated to the latest firmware version provided by Huawei.

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2018-7906?

CVE-2018-7906 affects Huawei smartphones running Leland-AL00 firmware version 8.0.0.114(C636) and Leland-AL00A 8.0.0.171(C00).

4

What is the exploitation method for CVE-2018-7906?

CVE-2018-7906 can be exploited by tricking a user into installing a malicious application.

5

What are the consequences of CVE-2018-7906?

Exploitation of CVE-2018-7906 can lead to a denial of service on the affected Huawei devices.

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