CVE-2020-25057

An issue was discovered on LG mobile devices with Android OS 10 software

published August 31, 2020

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

⚠️ A stealthy installation issue has popped up in LG mobile devices running Android 10! 🛠️ Think of it like a hotel with an unlocked side door that lets anyone bring in any package without a check. In this case, the MDMService isn’t properly restricting APK installations, which could expose your device to unwanted software. This oversight could allow malicious APKs to be installed without proper vetting, putting personal data at risk or even enabling unauthorized access to device functionalities. If attackers manage to exploit this flaw, they could potentially control sensitive information on your device.

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel with an unlocked side door that lets anyone bring in any package without a check. In this case, the MDMService isn’t properly restricting APK installations, which could expose your device to unwanted software. The vulnerability occurs in the MDMService on LG devices where it fails to adequately restrict the installation of APK files, allowing unauthorized apps to be installed.

What to do

This oversight could allow malicious APKs to be installed without proper vetting, putting personal data at risk or even enabling unauthorized access to device functionalities. If attackers manage to exploit this flaw, they could potentially control sensitive information on your device. To protect your device, ensure that your LG mobile is updated to the latest software version. Review app installation permissions and consider disabling installations from unknown sources as an additional safeguard. You can tackle this! Keep your device secure and stay vigilant. 🦸‍♂️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00443 · 37.4th percentile
Published
2020-08-31T20:47Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 31 AUG 20:47Z
    An issue was discovered on LG mobile devices with Android OS 10 software
    cvelistv5