CVE-2020-1807
Description
HUAWEI Mate 20 smartphones with versions earlier than 10.0.0.188(C00E74R3P8) have an improper authorization vulnerability. The software does not properly restrict certain user's modification of certain configuration file, successful exploit could allow the attacker to bypass app lock after a series of operation in ADB mode.
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HUAWEI Mate 20 smartphones prior to 10.0.0.188(C00E74R3P8) have an improper authorization vulnerability allowing bypass of app lock via ADB mode.
Vulnerability
HUAWEI Mate 20 smartphones running versions earlier than 10.0.0.188(C00E74R3P8) contain an improper authorization vulnerability. The software fails to properly restrict certain user modifications of a configuration file, which can be exploited in ADB mode. [1]
Exploitation
An attacker with access to ADB mode (e.g., via physical USB connection or other means) can perform a series of operations to abuse the improper authorization and bypass the app lock. No additional authentication or user interaction is required beyond ADB access. [1]
Impact
Successful exploitation allows the attacker to bypass the app lock, potentially gaining unauthorized access to protected applications and sensitive data on the device. [1]
Mitigation
The vulnerability is fixed in HUAWEI Mate 20 version 10.0.0.188(C00E74R3P8). Users should update their devices to the latest firmware. No workarounds have been provided. [1]
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Affected products
2- Range: Versions earlier than 10.0.0.188(C00E74R3P8)
Patches
0No patches discovered yet.
Vulnerability mechanics
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References
1- www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20200422-01-smartphone-enmitrex_refsource_CONFIRM
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