CVE-2020-1795 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2020-1795, a logic error vulnerability in HUAWEI Mate 20 and Mate 30 Pro smartphones that allows attackers to bypass Digital Balance limits. Find mitigation steps and security practices.
A logic error vulnerability in HUAWEI Mate 20 and Mate 30 Pro smartphones could allow attackers to bypass Digital Balance limits.
Understanding CVE-2020-1795
What is CVE-2020-1795?
There is a logic error vulnerability in several smartphones, particularly affecting HUAWEI Mate 20 and Mate 30 Pro devices, which do not properly restrict operations when the Digital Balance function is enabled. Successful exploitation could lead to bypassing Digital Balance limits.
The Impact of CVE-2020-1795
The vulnerability could allow attackers to circumvent Digital Balance restrictions, compromising the device's intended usage limitations and potentially accessing unauthorized resources or data.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-1795
Vulnerability Description
- Logic error vulnerability in HUAWEI Mate 20 and Mate 30 Pro smartphones
- Improper restriction of certain operations with Digital Balance function
- Allows attackers to bypass Digital Balance limits
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Products: HUAWEI Mate 20, Mate 30 Pro
- Versions Vulnerable: Versions earlier than 10.0.0.188(C00E74R3P8) and 10.0.0.203(C00E202R7P2)
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attackers exploit the logic error by performing specific operations with Digital Balance active
- After a series of actions, the Digital Balance limit can be bypassed
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable Digital Balance feature on affected devices
- Implement security updates provided by the vendor
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update device software and security patches
- Implement strong access control policies and monitor device activity
Patching and Updates
- Apply software updates released by HUAWEI to address the logic error vulnerability