CVE-2019-15393 : Security Advisory and Response

The Asus ZenFone Live Android device is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of wireless settings through a confused deputy attack.

Understanding CVE-2019-15393

This CVE identifies a security issue in the Asus ZenFone Live Android device that allows any installed app to exploit a pre-installed app for unauthorized wireless settings modification.

What is CVE-2019-15393?

The vulnerability in the Asus ZenFone Live Android device enables unauthorized modification of wireless settings through a confused deputy attack, potentially exploited by any app on the device.

The Impact of CVE-2019-15393

The vulnerability poses a risk of unauthorized access to wireless settings, potentially leading to security breaches or unauthorized network access.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-15393

The technical aspects of the CVE-2019-15393 vulnerability are as follows:

Vulnerability Description

The Asus ZenFone Live Android device contains a pre-installed app, com.asus.atd.smmitest, that can be exploited by any app to modify wireless settings without authorization.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Versions: Not applicable

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability allows any app installed on the Asus ZenFone Live device to exploit the com.asus.atd.smmitest app for unauthorized modification of wireless settings.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2019-15393, the following steps can be taken:

Immediate Steps to Take

Monitor app permissions and restrict unnecessary access to sensitive settings.
Regularly review and uninstall apps that are not essential.
Keep the device updated with the latest security patches.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement app whitelisting to control which apps can access critical device functions.
Educate users about the risks of granting excessive permissions to apps.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates from Asus and apply them promptly to mitigate known vulnerabilities.