CVE-2019-20778

An issue was discovered on LG mobile devices with Android OS 7.0, 7.1, 7.2, 8.0, 8.1, and 9.0 software

published April 17, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
0%
Percentile
37.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ LG mobile devices running Android versions 7.0 to 9.0 are at risk due to a backup subsystem flaw that lets unverified operations slip through the cracks! 🔍 Think of it as a hotel that allows guests to check out without making sure they've returned their keys—easy for someone to sneak in and take whatever they want! 🏨 If exploited, an attacker could manipulate the backup operations, potentially accessing sensitive information or corrupting data without proper validation. This could lead to unauthorized access to personal files or crucial settings, putting your privacy at risk! 🚨

Put simply

Think of it as a hotel that allows guests to check out without making sure they've returned their keys—easy for someone to sneak in and take whatever they want! 🏨 This vulnerability arises from the Backup subsystem not enforcing restrictions or validating input effectively, allowing unauthorized operations to proceed unchecked.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could manipulate the backup operations, potentially accessing sensitive information or corrupting data without proper validation. This could lead to unauthorized access to personal files or crucial settings, putting your privacy at risk! 🚨 To protect your device, ensure that you are running the latest OS updates provided by LG. Regularly check for firmware updates, and consider enabling additional security features like encryption for sensitive data. 🛡️ You've got this! Stay proactive and secure your device today! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00443 · 37.4th percentile
Published
2020-04-17T13:41Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 APR 13:41Z
    An issue was discovered on LG mobile devices with Android OS 7.0, 7.1, 7.2, 8.0, 8.1, and 9.0 software
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