CVE-2019-10886 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

Sony Photo Sharing Plus application in Sony Smart TVs firmware prior to version PKG6.5629 has an access control flaw allowing unauthorized file access over HTTP.

Understanding CVE-2019-10886

This CVE identifies a vulnerability in Sony Smart TVs that could lead to unauthorized access to files over HTTP.

What is CVE-2019-10886?

An access control flaw in the Sony Photo Sharing Plus application in Sony Smart TVs firmware allows attackers to read files without authentication over HTTP.

The Impact of CVE-2019-10886

Exploiting this vulnerability enables unauthorized browsing of specific directories within the private network while the Photo Sharing Plus application is active.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-10886

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in the Sony Photo Sharing Plus application allows unauthorized access to read files over HTTP without authentication.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Sony Smart TVs
Firmware Version: Prior to PKG6.5629

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to browse specific directories, such as the "images" directory, within the private network.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-10886 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable the Photo Sharing Plus application if not in use.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activities.
Apply security patches and updates promptly.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update firmware and software on Sony Smart TVs.
Implement network segmentation to restrict access to sensitive directories.

Patching and Updates

Sony has released firmware version PKG6.5629 to address this vulnerability.