CVE-2019-16273

DTEN D5 and D7 before 1.3.4 devices allow unauthenticated root shell access through Android Debug Bridge (adb), leading to arbitrary code execution and system…

published January 6, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
83.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Unauthenticated root access is no joke! DTEN D5 and D7 devices before version 1.3.4 can be exploited to gain full control through the Android Debug Bridge (adb) — like leaving the door wide open with a welcome sign! 🔥 Think of it like a hotel room where anyone can just waltz in without checking in at the front desk — once they’re in, they can do whatever they want, including spying on guests with hidden cameras. An attacker could remotely execute any command, leading to arbitrary code execution and complete system administration access. This means they could potentially capture sensitive screen data from the Zoom Client, putting your privacy and security at serious risk.

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel room where anyone can just waltz in without checking in at the front desk — once they’re in, they can do whatever they want, including spying on guests with hidden cameras. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated access to the root shell via adb, which can be exploited to run arbitrary commands on affected devices, compromising their integrity and confidentiality.

What to do

An attacker could remotely execute any command, leading to arbitrary code execution and complete system administration access. This means they could potentially capture sensitive screen data from the Zoom Client, putting your privacy and security at serious risk. Immediately update the DTEN D5 and D7 devices to version 1.3.4 or later to close this security gap. Restrict adb access and review your device management settings to ensure unauthorized usage is prevented. You've got this! With these steps, you can secure your devices and help protect sensitive information. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02327 · 83.4th percentile
Published
2020-01-06T19:55Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 06 JAN 19:55Z
    DTEN D5 and D7 before 1.3.4 devices allow unauthenticated root shell access through Android Debug Bridge (adb), leading to arbitrary code execution and system…
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