What is the severity of CVE-2022-38991?

CVE-2022-38991 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on data confidentiality.

How do I fix CVE-2022-38991?

To fix CVE-2022-38991, update your affected Huawei device to the latest software version provided by Huawei.

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-38991?

CVE-2022-38991 affects Huawei Emui versions 10.1.0, 10.1.1, and 12.0.0, as well as HarmonyOS 2.0 and Magic UI versions 3.1.0 and 3.1.1.

What types of devices are impacted by CVE-2022-38991?

CVE-2022-38991 impacts Huawei smartphones and devices running affected versions of Emui, HarmonyOS, and Magic UI.

What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2022-38991?

Exploitation of CVE-2022-38991 may lead to unauthorized access and compromise of sensitive data on affected devices.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2022-38991

high

7.5

16/9/2022

3/8/2024

CVE-2022-38991

First published: Fri Sep 16 2022(Updated: )

The secure OS module has configuration defects. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may affect data confidentiality.

Credit: psirt@huawei.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How 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-2022-38991?
CVE-2022-38991 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on data confidentiality.
How do I fix CVE-2022-38991?
To fix CVE-2022-38991, update your affected Huawei device to the latest software version provided by Huawei.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-38991?
CVE-2022-38991 affects Huawei Emui versions 10.1.0, 10.1.1, and 12.0.0, as well as HarmonyOS 2.0 and Magic UI versions 3.1.0 and 3.1.1.
What types of devices are impacted by CVE-2022-38991?
CVE-2022-38991 impacts Huawei smartphones and devices running affected versions of Emui, HarmonyOS, and Magic UI.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2022-38991?
Exploitation of CVE-2022-38991 may lead to unauthorized access and compromise of sensitive data on affected devices.

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