CVE-2018-7923: Input Validation
First published: Wed Sep 12 2018(Updated: )
Huawei ALP-L09 smart phones with versions earlier than ALP-L09 8.0.0.150(C432) have an insufficient input validation vulnerability due to lack of parameter check. An attacker tricks the user who has root privilege to install a crafted application, the application may modify the specific data to exploit the vulnerability. Successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code.
Credit: psirt@huawei.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Huawei Alp-l09 Firmware | <8.0.0.150\(c432\) | |
| Huawei ALP-L09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-7923?
CVE-2018-7923 is a vulnerability that affects Huawei ALP-L09 smart phones with versions earlier than ALP-L09 8.0.0.150(C432).
How severe is CVE-2018-7923?
CVE-2018-7923 has a severity rating of 7.8 (critical).
How does CVE-2018-7923 affect Huawei ALP-L09 smart phones?
CVE-2018-7923 allows an attacker to modify specific data on Huawei ALP-L09 smart phones with vulnerable versions before ALP-L09 8.0.0.150(C432) by tricking a user with root privilege to install a crafted application.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2018-7923?
Huawei ALP-L09 smart phones with versions earlier than ALP-L09 8.0.0.150(C432) are affected by CVE-2018-7923.
How can I fix CVE-2018-7923?
To fix CVE-2018-7923, update your Huawei ALP-L09 smart phone to version ALP-L09 8.0.0.150(C432) or later.
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