CVE-2020-13841

An issue was discovered on LG mobile devices with Android OS 9 and 10 (MTK chipsets)

published June 4, 2020

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
1%
Percentile
53.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โš ๏ธ There's a sneaky gap in LG mobile devices running Android 9 and 10! An AT command handler lets attackers bypass access restrictions, like a mischievous guest slipping into a party through a backdoor. ๐ŸŽ‰ Think of your mobile device as a fancy club. Normally, only VIPs can access exclusive areas, but this AT command handler acts like a bouncer who forgot his list, allowing anyone in with the right charm. ๐Ÿ˜ If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive functions on your LG mobile device. That could mean accessing personal data, intercepting communications, or even taking control of device features - a party crasher wreaking havoc!

Put simply

Think of your mobile device as a fancy club. Normally, only VIPs can access exclusive areas, but this AT command handler acts like a bouncer who forgot his list, allowing anyone in with the right charm. ๐Ÿ˜ This issue allows unauthorized access through an AT command handler on LG mobile devices with MediaTek chipsets, effectively bypassing intended security restrictions. It's a vulnerability that compromises the integrity of user data and device operations.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive functions on your LG mobile device. That could mean accessing personal data, intercepting communications, or even taking control of device features - a party crasher wreaking havoc! While there's no urgent patch available due to the low severity, it's wise to keep your device updated with the latest security patches from LG. Regularly check for firmware updates and consider disabling any unused AT commands if possible. Stay vigilant! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ You've got this! Stay informed, and your device will be as secure as a VIP lounge! ๐Ÿ’ชโœจ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00710 ยท 53.0th percentile
Published
2020-06-04T23:24Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 04 JUN 23:24Z
    An issue was discovered on LG mobile devices with Android OS 9 and 10 (MTK chipsets)
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