CVE-2020-1844 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2020-1844 affecting PCManager versions prior to 10.0.5.51. An authenticated attacker can exploit this Huawei vulnerability for privilege escalation.
PCManager with versions earlier than 10.0.5.51 has a privilege escalation vulnerability in Huawei PCManager products, allowing an authenticated local attacker to obtain higher privileges.
Understanding CVE-2020-1844
PCManager vulnerability impacting versions prior to 10.0.5.51
What is CVE-2020-1844?
- Vulnerability allows authenticated local attacker to escalate privileges
- Specific operation exploitation can lead to privilege elevation
The Impact of CVE-2020-1844
- Successful exploitation grants attacker higher privileges within the system
Technical Details of CVE-2020-1844
PCManager privilege escalation vulnerability details
Vulnerability Description
- PCManager versions earlier than 10.0.5.51 are susceptible to privilege escalation
- Attackers can exploit the vulnerability through specific operations
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: PCManager
- Vendor: Huawei
- Vulnerable Versions: Versions earlier than 10.0.5.51
Exploitation Mechanism
- Authenticated, local attacker required for exploiting the vulnerability
- Specific operation execution by the attacker can lead to higher privilege attainment
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address the CVE-2020-1844 vulnerability
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update PCManager to version 10.0.5.51 or later to mitigate the vulnerability
- Implement strict access control to limit unauthorized access
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and audit privilege levels to detect unauthorized escalations
- Conduct security training to educate users on safe computing practices
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches and updates provided by Huawei to address the vulnerability