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CVE-2017-8153: Huawei VMall (for Android) with the versions before 1.5.8.5 have a privilege elevation vulnerability due to...

Huawei VMall (for Android) with the versions before 1.5.8.5 have a privilege elevation vulnerability due to improper design. An attacker can trick users into installing a malicious app which can send out HTTP requests and execute JavaScript code in web pages without obtaining the Internet access permission. Successful exploit could lead to resource occupation or information leak.

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Security readout for executives and security teams

Huawei VMall for Android before 1.5.8.5 allowed a malicious app, if installed by the user, to gain network-like behavior without requesting Internet permission. The reported impact is resource consumption or information leakage. This is mainly a concern for managed Android fleets still carrying the old VMall app. Exposure appears limited to Android devices with Huawei VMall installed below version 1.5.8.5. Organizations without Huawei Android devices, without VMall, or with updated app versions are unlikely to be affected based on the provided sources. Treat as a targeted mobile hygiene item, not an emergency. Prioritize if the organization manages Huawei Android devices or permits sideloading. The main business risk is data leakage from outdated mobile software combined with weak app-control practices. Mitigation focus: Inventory Android devices for Huawei VMall installations and versions.; Update VMall to 1.5.8.5 or later where present.; Remove VMall where it is not business-required..

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Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.VMall (for Android)The versions before VMall 1.5.8.5Listed
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