CVE-2020-1878: Medium severity Huawei Oxfords-an00a Firmware vulnerability
Huawei smartphone OxfordS-AN00A with versions earlier than 10.0.1.152D(C735E152R3P3),versions earlier than 10.0.1.160(C00E160R4P1) have an improper authentication vulnerability. Authentication to target component is improper when device performs an operation. Attackers exploit this vulnerability to obtain some information by loading malicious application, leading to information leak.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Huawei smartphone OxfordS-AN00Ato a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 10.0.1.152D(C735E152R3P3) - Upgrade
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Huawei smartphone OxfordS-AN00Ato a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 10.0.1.160(C00E160R4P1)
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-1878?
CVE-2020-1878 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on device authentication.
How do I fix CVE-2020-1878?
To fix CVE-2020-1878, update your Huawei OxfordS-AN00A device to version 10.0.1.160 or later.
What causes the improper authentication in CVE-2020-1878?
The improper authentication in CVE-2020-1878 is caused by incorrect validation when the device performs specific operations.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2020-1878?
CVE-2020-1878 affects Huawei smartphones, specifically the OxfordS-AN00A running versions earlier than 10.0.1.160.
Can CVE-2020-1878 lead to unauthorized access?
Yes, attackers can exploit CVE-2020-1878 to potentially gain unauthorized access to the affected components of the device.