CVE-2022-41591: Path Traversal

Published Dec 20, 2022
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Updated

The backup module has a path traversal vulnerability. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability causes unauthorized access to other system files.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Huawei Emui=11.0.1
Huawei Emui=12.0.0
Huawei Emui=12.0.1
Huawei Harmonyos=2.0
Huawei Harmonyos=2.1
Huawei Harmonyos=3.0.0

Event History

Dec 20, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-41591?

CVE-2022-41591 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized access to system files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-41591?

To address CVE-2022-41591, ensure that you update to the latest versions of Huawei Emui and HarmonyOS as provided by Huawei.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2022-41591?

CVE-2022-41591 affects Huawei Emui versions 11.0.1, 12.0.0, and 12.0.1, as well as HarmonyOS versions 2.0, 2.1, and 3.0.0.

4

Can CVE-2022-41591 lead to data breaches?

Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2022-41591 could result in unauthorized access to sensitive system files, potentially leading to data breaches.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2022-41591?

There is no known workaround for CVE-2022-41591; updating the affected software is the recommended action.

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