CVE-2019-5242
Description
There is a code execution vulnerability in Huawei PCManager versions earlier than PCManager 9.0.1.50. The attacker can tricking a user to install and run a malicious application to exploit this vulnerability. Successful exploitation may cause the attacker to execute malicious code and read/write memory.
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Code execution vulnerability in Huawei PCManager before 9.0.1.50 allows attackers to execute code and read/write memory via a malicious application.
Vulnerability
A code execution vulnerability exists in Huawei PCManager versions earlier than 9.0.1.50 (China) and 9.0.1.66 (Oversea) [1]. The flaw is triggered when a user is tricked into installing and running a malicious application, allowing the attacker to execute arbitrary code and read/write memory.
Exploitation
The attacker must convince a user to install and run a specially crafted malicious application on the affected system. No additional authentication or network access is required beyond initial user interaction. The attack vector is local, as the malicious app must be executed on the target machine.
Impact
Successful exploitation allows the attacker to execute arbitrary code and read/write memory, potentially leading to full compromise of the affected device. The attacker gains the ability to perform unauthorized operations, including data theft or system modification.
Mitigation
Huawei has released software updates to fix this vulnerability. Affected users should upgrade PCManager to version 9.0.2.20 (China) or 9.0.1.80 (Oversea) [1]. No workarounds are available; applying the patch is the only mitigation.
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Affected products
2- Huawei/PCManagerv5Range: versions earlier than PCManager 9.0.1.50
Patches
0No patches discovered yet.
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References
1- www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20190109-01-pcmanager-enmitrex_refsource_CONFIRM
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