7.8
CWE
610
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2019-15418

First published: Thu Nov 14 2019(Updated: )

The Asus ASUS_X00K_1 Android device with a build fingerprint of asus/CN_X00K/ASUS_X00K_1:7.0/NRD90M/CN_X00K-14.01.1711.27-20180420:user/release-keys contains a pre-installed app with a package name of com.lovelyfont.defcontainer app (versionCode=5, versionName=5.0.1) that allows unauthorized command execution via a confused deputy attack. This capability can be accessed by any app co-located on the device.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Asus Pegasus 4a Firmware
Asus Pegasus 4a Firmware
Asus Pegasus 4 Max Firmware
Asus Pegasus 4 Max Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2019-15418?

    CVE-2019-15418 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized command execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2019-15418?

    To mitigate CVE-2019-15418, users should remove the pre-installed vulnerable application or update the affected software to a secure version.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2019-15418?

    CVE-2019-15418 affects the Asus ASUS_X00K_1 Android device and specific firmware versions of the Asus Pegasus series.

  • What are the risks associated with CVE-2019-15418?

    Exploiting CVE-2019-15418 may allow attackers to execute unauthorized commands, potentially leading to data breaches or control of the device.

  • Is CVE-2019-15418 patched?

    As of now, there is no official patch available for CVE-2019-15418, and users should take preventative measures.

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