CVE-2020-13843 : Security Advisory and Response

An issue was discovered on LG mobile devices with Android OS software before 2020-06-01. Local users can cause a denial of service because checking of the userdata partition is mishandled. The LG ID is LVE-SMP-200014 (June 2020).

Understanding CVE-2020-13843

This CVE identifies a vulnerability in LG mobile devices running Android OS software that could allow local users to trigger a denial of service attack due to mishandling of the userdata partition check.

What is CVE-2020-13843?

CVE-2020-13843 is a security vulnerability found in LG mobile devices with Android OS software before June 2020. It enables local users to exploit a flaw in the handling of the userdata partition, leading to a denial of service.

The Impact of CVE-2020-13843

The vulnerability could be exploited by local users to disrupt the normal operation of the affected LG mobile devices, potentially causing service unavailability or system crashes.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-13843

This section provides more in-depth technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in LG mobile devices with Android OS software allows local users to perform a denial of service attack by exploiting the mishandling of the userdata partition check.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by local users on LG mobile devices with Android OS software before June 2020, leveraging the mishandling of the userdata partition check.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-13843 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update LG mobile devices to the latest Android OS software version.
Implement access controls to limit local user privileges.
Monitor system logs for any unusual activities related to the userdata partition.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update security configurations on LG mobile devices.
Conduct security training for users to recognize and report suspicious activities.
Engage in ongoing vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security patches and updates released by LG for their mobile devices to address the CVE-2020-13843 vulnerability.