CVE-2023-1694
First published: Sat May 20 2023(Updated: )
The Settings module has the file privilege escalation vulnerability.Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may affect confidentiality.
Credit: psirt@huawei.com psirt@huawei.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| EMUI 5.0 | =11.0.1 | |
| EMUI 5.0 | =13.0.0 | |
| HarmonyOS | <3.1.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-1694?
CVE-2023-1694 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for file privilege escalation affecting confidentiality.
How do I fix CVE-2023-1694?
To fix CVE-2023-1694, users should update their impacted Huawei EMUI or HarmonyOS devices to the latest patches provided by Huawei.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-1694?
CVE-2023-1694 affects Huawei EMUI versions 11.0.1 and 13.0.0, as well as HarmonyOS versions up to but not including 3.1.0.
What can attackers achieve by exploiting CVE-2023-1694?
Successful exploitation of CVE-2023-1694 may allow attackers to escalate privileges and access sensitive files, compromising confidentiality.
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2023-1694?
Currently, details about an active exploit for CVE-2023-1694 are not publicly available.
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