CVE-2019-5216 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2019-5216, a race condition vulnerability in Huawei smartphones (Honor V10, Honor 10, Honor Play) allowing malicious code execution. Find mitigation steps and affected versions.
A race condition vulnerability has been identified in several Huawei smartphone models, including Honor V10, Honor 10, and Honor Play, potentially allowing the execution of malicious code.
Understanding CVE-2019-5216
What is CVE-2019-5216?
CVE-2019-5216 is a race condition vulnerability found in Huawei smartphones, specifically affecting Honor V10, Honor 10, and Honor Play models.
The Impact of CVE-2019-5216
The vulnerability could be exploited by deceiving users into installing a malicious application, leading to the execution of malicious code through simultaneous operations of multiple processes on the same variable.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-5216
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability exists in versions earlier than Berkeley-AL20 9.0.0.156(C00E156R2P14T8) for Honor V10, Columbia-AL10B 9.0.0.156(C00E156R1P20T8) for Honor 10, and Cornell-AL00A 9.0.0.156(C00E156R1P13T8) for Honor Play.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Huawei Honor V10 versions earlier than Berkeley-AL20 9.0.0.156(C00E156R2P14T8)
- Huawei Honor 10 versions earlier than Columbia-AL10B 9.0.0.156(C00E156R1P20T8)
- Huawei Honor Play versions earlier than Cornell-AL00A 9.0.0.156(C00E156R1P13T8)
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attacker tricks user into installing a malicious application
- Malicious app triggers simultaneous operations on the same variable
- Successful exploitation enables execution of malicious code
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Avoid installing apps from untrusted sources
- Regularly update device software
- Be cautious of app permissions
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement security awareness training
- Use mobile security solutions
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches provided by Huawei