CVE-2019-15466 Missing authorization in n/a
A pre-installed factory app on Xiaomi devices allows any local app to modify wireless settings via a confused deputy attack, bypassing intended authorization controls.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2019-15466?
CVE-2019-15466 is a low-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 14 Nov 2019. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
The Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro Android device with a build fingerprint of xiaomi/sakura_india/sakura_india:8.1.0/OPM1.171019.019/V10.2.6.0.ODMMIXM:user/release-keys contains a pre-installed app with a package name of com.huaqin.factory app (versionCode=1, versionName=QL1715_201812191721) that allows unauthorized wireless settings modification via a confused deputy attack. This capability can be accessed by any app co-located on the device.
Weakness: CWE-610
Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-15466?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Mi Redmi 6 Pro Firmware.
How do I fix CVE-2019-15466?
No fix has been published for CVE-2019-15466 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.
Is CVE-2019-15466 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2019-15466 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-928j-whg4-747q.