CVE-2019-14758: XSS
An issue was discovered in KaiOS 2.5 and 2.5.1. The pre-installed File Manager application is vulnerable to HTML and JavaScript injection attacks. An attacker can send a file via email to the victim that will inject HTML into the File Manager application (assuming the victim chooses to download the email attachment). At a bare minimum, this allows an attacker to take control over the File Manager 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-2019-14758?
CVE-2019-14758 has been rated as having a high severity due to the potential for HTML and JavaScript injection attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2019-14758?
To fix CVE-2019-14758, it is recommended to update to the latest version of KaiOS or implement security measures that prevent file downloads from untrusted sources.
Who is affected by CVE-2019-14758?
CVE-2019-14758 affects users of KaiOS versions 2.5 and 2.5.1 that have the pre-installed File Manager application.
What type of attacks can be executed using CVE-2019-14758?
CVE-2019-14758 allows attackers to perform HTML and JavaScript injection attacks through malicious files sent via email.
Can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-14758 remotely?
Yes, an attacker can exploit CVE-2019-14758 remotely by sending a file that triggers the vulnerability when downloaded by the victim.