CVE-2019-9493 : Security Advisory and Response

AutoMobility Distribution Inc.'s mobile application, MyCar Controls, has a security vulnerability due to hard-coded admin credentials. This could allow unauthorized access to a vehicle and location tracking.

Understanding CVE-2019-9493

MyCar Controls uses hard-coded credentials, potentially enabling attackers to send commands and access data from specific MyCar units.

What is CVE-2019-9493?

The vulnerability in MyCar Controls allows remote unauthenticated attackers to manipulate commands and retrieve data, potentially leading to unauthorized vehicle access or location tracking.

The Impact of CVE-2019-9493

Attackers can exploit hard-coded admin credentials to gain unauthorized physical access to vehicles.
Unauthorized individuals may retrieve data from MyCar units, compromising user privacy and security.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-9493

MyCar Controls vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

Admin credentials in MyCar Controls are hard-coded, posing a security risk.

Affected Systems and Versions

Platforms: iOS and Android
Versions:
iOS: Less than 3.4.24
Android: Less than 4.1.2

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Vector: Network
Attack Complexity: Low
User Interaction: Required

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2019-9493 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update MyCar Controls to versions 3.4.24 or later on iOS and 4.1.2 or later on Android.

Long-Term Security Practices

Avoid using hard-coded credentials in applications.
Regularly update software to patch security vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure all devices running MyCar Controls are updated to the latest secure versions.