CVE-2024-36557

Description

The device ID is based on IMEI in Forever KidsWatch Call Me KW50 R36_YDR_A3PW_GM7S_V1.0_2019_07_15_16.19.24_cob_h and Forever KidsWatch Call Me 2 KW60 R36CW_YDE_S4_A29_2_V1.0_2023.05.24_22.49.44_cob_b. If a malicious user changes the IMEI to the IMEI of a unit they registered in the mobile app, it is possible to hijack the device and control it from the app.

Category

6.6
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-36557?
CVE-2024-36557 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-36557?
To fix CVE-2024-36557, 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-2024-36557 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-36557 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.
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