Learn about CVE-2019-5284 affecting Huawei smart phones with versions earlier than Leland-AL00A 9.1.0.111(C00E111R2P10T8). Understand the DoS vulnerability in the RTSP module and how to mitigate it.
Huawei smart phones with versions earlier than Leland-AL00A 9.1.0.111(C00E111R2P10T8) are vulnerable to a DoS attack through the RTSP module.
Understanding CVE-2019-5284
This CVE involves a vulnerability in Huawei smart phones that can be exploited for a Denial of Service (DoS) attack.
What is CVE-2019-5284?
The RTSP module in Huawei smart phones with versions prior to Leland-AL00A 9.1.0.111(C00E111R2P10T8) contains a vulnerability that can be exploited by a remote attacker to trigger a DoS attack. By deceiving the user into accessing a corrupted RTSP media stream, the attacker can cause the affected phone to behave abnormally, leading to a DoS scenario.
The Impact of CVE-2019-5284
Technical Details of CVE-2019-5284
This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in the RTSP module of Huawei smart phones allows remote attackers to exploit it for a DoS attack by tricking users into accessing a malicious RTSP media stream.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2019-5284 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates