7.5
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2022-38990

First published: Fri Sep 16 2022(Updated: )

The secure OS module has configuration defects. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may affect system availability.

Credit: psirt@huawei.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Huawei EMUI=10.1.0
Huawei EMUI=10.1.1
Huawei EMUI=12.0.0
Huawei HarmonyOS=2.0
Huawei Magic UI=3.1.0
Huawei Magic UI=3.1.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-38990?

    CVE-2022-38990 has been classified as having a significant impact on system availability due to its configuration defects.

  • How do I fix CVE-2022-38990?

    To remediate CVE-2022-38990, update affected Huawei devices to the latest available software version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2022-38990?

    CVE-2022-38990 affects specific versions of Huawei Emui, HarmonyOS, and Magic UI including versions 10.1.0, 10.1.1, 12.0.0, 2.0, 3.1.0, and 3.1.1.

  • What impact does CVE-2022-38990 have?

    Successful exploitation of CVE-2022-38990 can lead to compromised system availability affecting user access and operations.

  • Is CVE-2022-38990 being actively exploited?

    While the current status of active exploitation for CVE-2022-38990 isn't specifically detailed, its configuration defects make it a potential target for attackers.

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