CVE-2019-14757: XSS
An issue was discovered in KaiOS 2.5 and 2.5.1. The pre-installed Contacts application is vulnerable to HTML and JavaScript injection attacks. An attacker can send a vCard file to the victim that will inject HTML into the Contacts application (assuming the victim chooses to import the file). At a bare minimum, this allows an attacker to take control over the Contacts application's UI (e.g., display a malicious prompt to the user asking them to re-enter credentials such as their KaiOS credentials to continue using the application) and also allows an attacker to abuse any of the privileges available to the mobile application.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-14757?
CVE-2019-14757 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability as it allows for HTML and JavaScript injection through the Contacts application.
How do I fix CVE-2019-14757?
To address CVE-2019-14757, it is recommended to update the KaiOS software to a patched version if available.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2019-14757?
CVE-2019-14757 affects KaiOS versions 2.5 and 2.5.1.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2019-14757?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2019-14757 by sending a malicious vCard file that injects HTML into the Contacts application.
Can CVE-2019-14757 lead to further exploits?
Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2019-14757 could potentially allow attackers to execute malicious scripts or take control of the device.