CVE-2020-1833 : Security Advisory and Response

Honor 9X smartphones with versions earlier than 9.1.1.172(C00E170R8P1) have an improper authentication vulnerability that could allow unauthorized access to clock information.

Understanding CVE-2020-1833

The vulnerability affects Huawei's Honor 9X smartphones with specific versions, potentially enabling attackers to bypass authentication.

What is CVE-2020-1833?

This CVE identifies an improper authentication vulnerability in Honor 9X devices running firmware versions below 9.1.1.172(C00E170R8P1).

The Impact of CVE-2020-1833

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to clock information on the device without requiring authentication.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-1833

The following technical details provide more insight into the CVE issue.

Vulnerability Description

Honor 9X smartphones with versions earlier than 9.1.1.172(C00E170R8P1) are susceptible to this improper authentication flaw.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Honor 9X
Vendor: Huawei
Vulnerable Versions: Versions earlier than 9.1.1.172(C00E170R8P1)

Exploitation Mechanism

An attacker must exploit a logic error in the clock function by performing specific actions swiftly before the device is unlocked to access clock information.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2020-1833, consider the following mitigation strategies:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the Honor 9X device to firmware version 9.1.1.172(C00E170R8P1) or later.
Regularly monitor security advisories from Huawei for any related updates or patches.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strong authentication mechanisms on devices.
Educate users on safe device handling and practices to prevent unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Apply firmware updates promptly to ensure the latest security patches are in place.