CVE-2019-5242

Description

There is a code execution vulnerability in Huawei PCManager versions earlier than PCManager 9.0.1.50. The attacker can tricking a user to install and run a malicious application to exploit this vulnerability. Successful exploitation may cause the attacker to execute malicious code and read/write memory.

7.8

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 3.0 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.11%

Vendor Advisory huawei.com

Affected: Huawei PCManager

References

Link	Tags
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20190109-01-pcmanager-en	vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-5242?: CVE-2019-5242 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2019-5242?: To fix CVE-2019-5242, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2019-5242 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2019-5242 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2019-5242?: CVE-2019-5242 affects Huawei PCManager.

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