CVE-2018-7987
First published: Tue Dec 04 2018(Updated: )
There is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability on Huawei P20 smartphones with versions before 8.1.0.171(C00). The software does not handle the response message properly when the user doing certain inquiry operation, an attacker could send crafted message to the device, successful exploit could cause a denial of service condition.
Credit: psirt@huawei.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Huawei P20 Firmware | <8.1.0.171\(c00\) | |
| HUAWEI P20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this out-of-bounds write vulnerability on Huawei P20 smartphones?
The vulnerability ID for this out-of-bounds write vulnerability on Huawei P20 smartphones is CVE-2018-7987.
What is the severity level of CVE-2018-7987?
The severity level of CVE-2018-7987 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.9.
Which Huawei P20 smartphones are affected by CVE-2018-7987?
Huawei P20 smartphones with versions before 8.1.0.171(C00) are affected by CVE-2018-7987.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-7987?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-7987 by sending a crafted message to the device during a certain inquiry operation.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-7987?
Yes, a fix is available for CVE-2018-7987. It is recommended to update the Huawei P20 smartphones to version 8.1.0.171(C00) or later.
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