CVE-2020-9140: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jan 13 2021(Updated: )
There is a vulnerability with buffer access with incorrect length value in some Huawei Smartphone.Unauthorized users may trigger code execution when a buffer overflow occurs.
Credit: psirt@huawei.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| EMUI 5.0 | =9.1.0 | |
| EMUI 5.0 | =9.1.1 | |
| EMUI 5.0 | =10.0.0 | |
| EMUI 5.0 | =10.1.0 | |
| EMUI 5.0 | =10.1.1 | |
| EMUI 5.0 | =11.0.0 | |
| Magic UI | =2.1.1 | |
| Magic UI | =3.0.0 | |
| Magic UI | =3.1.0 | |
| Magic UI | =3.1.1 | |
| Magic UI | =4.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-9140?
CVE-2020-9140 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to potential code execution risks.
How do I fix CVE-2020-9140?
To fix CVE-2020-9140, users should update their Huawei devices to the latest version of EMUI or Magic UI as recommended by Huawei.
What devices are affected by CVE-2020-9140?
CVE-2020-9140 affects various versions of Huawei EMUI and Magic UI, specifically from 9.1.0 to 11.0.0 and 2.1.1 to 4.0.0.
What types of attacks can be executed through CVE-2020-9140?
CVE-2020-9140 allows unauthorized users to trigger code execution through buffer overflow attacks.
Is my Huawei smartphone vulnerable if it runs EMUI 10.1.1?
Yes, if your Huawei smartphone runs EMUI 10.1.1, it is affected by CVE-2020-9140 and should be updated to mitigate the risk.
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