Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old BlackBerry Link access-control flaw. On affected Windows and Mac OS X versions, the software could run a file-access component under the wrong user context after different users logged in successively, allowing restricted remote file-access folders to be bypassed in specific conditions. Exposure is likely limited to legacy endpoints running affected BlackBerry Link versions, especially shared systems or systems with remote file access enabled. The bundle does not identify server products, cloud services, or broader BlackBerry platforms as affected. Treat as a targeted legacy endpoint cleanup issue, not an emergency based on available evidence. Prioritize removal or upgrade if BlackBerry Link remains on shared or sensitive workstations. Mitigation focus: Inventory Windows and Mac endpoints for BlackBerry Link installations.; Upgrade to BlackBerry Link 1.2.1.31 or later on Windows.; Upgrade to BlackBerry Link 1.1.1 build 39 or later on Mac OS X..
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- blackberry-cve20136798-sec-bypass(89202)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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