CVE-2019-5250
First published: Fri Dec 13 2019(Updated: )
Mate 20 Pro smartphones with versions earlier than 9.1.0.135(C00E133R3P1) have an improper authorization vulnerability. The software does not properly restrict certain operation of certain privilege, the attacker could trick the user into installing a malicious application before the user turns on student mode function. Successful exploit could allow the attacker to bypass the limit of student mode function.
Credit: psirt@huawei.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Huawei Mate 20 Pro Firmware | <9.1.0.135\(c00e133r3p1\) | |
| HUAWEI Mate 20 Pro |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-5250?
CVE-2019-5250 is an improper authorization vulnerability found in Mate 20 Pro smartphones with versions earlier than 9.1.0.135(C00E133R3P1).
How does CVE-2019-5250 affect Mate 20 Pro smartphones?
CVE-2019-5250 allows an attacker to trick the user into installing a malicious application on Mate 20 Pro smartphones before the user turns on certain privileges.
What is the severity level of CVE-2019-5250?
CVE-2019-5250 has a severity level of high (7.8).
How can I fix CVE-2019-5250?
To fix CVE-2019-5250, update your Mate 20 Pro smartphone to version 9.1.0.135(C00E133R3P1) or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-5250?
You can find more information about CVE-2019-5250 in Huawei's security advisory at https://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20191204-02-smartphone-en.
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