What is the severity of CVE-2020-9237?

The severity of CVE-2020-9237 is considered high due to the potential for attackers to exploit a user after free vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2020-9237?

To fix CVE-2020-9237, update your Huawei Taurus-AL00B firmware to version 10.1.0.126(C00E125R5P3) or later.

What devices are affected by CVE-2020-9237?

CVE-2020-9237 affects Huawei Taurus-AL00B devices with firmware versions earlier than 10.1.0.126(C00E125R5P3).

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-9237?

CVE-2020-9237 is classified as a user after free vulnerability caused by a lack of lock protection in a specific module.

Can CVE-2020-9237 lead to complete device compromise?

Yes, CVE-2020-9237 can compromise the normal service of the affected device, potentially leading to further exploitation.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2020-9237

medium

6.7

CWE

416

17/8/2020

4/8/2024

CVE-2020-9237: Use After Free

First published: Mon Aug 17 2020(Updated: )

Huawei smartphone Taurus-AL00B with versions earlier than 10.1.0.126(C00E125R5P3) have a user after free vulnerability. A module is lack of lock protection. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by launching specific request. This could compromise normal service of the affected device.

Credit: psirt@huawei.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Huawei Taurus-al00b Firmware	<10.1.0.126\(c00e125r5p3\)
Huawei Taurus-al00b

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Reference Links

https://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20200812-02-smartphone-en

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-9237?
The severity of CVE-2020-9237 is considered high due to the potential for attackers to exploit a user after free vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2020-9237?
To fix CVE-2020-9237, update your Huawei Taurus-AL00B firmware to version 10.1.0.126(C00E125R5P3) or later.
What devices are affected by CVE-2020-9237?
CVE-2020-9237 affects Huawei Taurus-AL00B devices with firmware versions earlier than 10.1.0.126(C00E125R5P3).
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-9237?
CVE-2020-9237 is classified as a user after free vulnerability caused by a lack of lock protection in a specific module.
Can CVE-2020-9237 lead to complete device compromise?
Yes, CVE-2020-9237 can compromise the normal service of the affected device, potentially leading to further exploitation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-9237?
The severity of CVE-2020-9237 is considered high due to the potential for attackers to exploit a user after free vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2020-9237?
To fix CVE-2020-9237, update your Huawei Taurus-AL00B firmware to version 10.1.0.126(C00E125R5P3) or later.
What devices are affected by CVE-2020-9237?
CVE-2020-9237 affects Huawei Taurus-AL00B devices with firmware versions earlier than 10.1.0.126(C00E125R5P3).
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-9237?
CVE-2020-9237 is classified as a user after free vulnerability caused by a lack of lock protection in a specific module.
Can CVE-2020-9237 lead to complete device compromise?
Yes, CVE-2020-9237 can compromise the normal service of the affected device, potentially leading to further exploitation.