Learn about CVE-2022-39093, a vulnerability in Unisoc's power management service allowing unauthorized setup without additional execution privileges. Find out the impacted systems and mitigation steps.
A missing permission check in the power management service of Unisoc devices could potentially allow unauthorized setup of power management services without the need for additional execution privileges.
Understanding CVE-2022-39093
This section delves into the impact and technical details of the CVE-2022-39093 vulnerability.
What is CVE-2022-39093?
CVE-2022-39093 highlights a missing permission check within Unisoc's power management service, enabling the setup of power management services without requiring extra execution privileges.
The Impact of CVE-2022-39093
The vulnerability could be exploited to bypass necessary authorization checks and potentially manipulate power management services on affected Unisoc devices.
Technical Details of CVE-2022-39093
Let's examine the specifics of the CVE-2022-39093 vulnerability further.
Vulnerability Description
The issue arises due to the absence of a crucial permission check within the power management service, opening avenues for unauthorized configuration changes.
Affected Systems and Versions
Devices from Unisoc (Shanghai) Technologies Co., Ltd. including SC9863A, SC9832E, SC7731E, T610, T310, T606, T760, T610, T618, T606, T612, T616, T760, T770, T820, and S8000 running Android 10, 11, or 12 are impacted.
Exploitation Mechanism
Exploiting this vulnerability could allow threat actors to alter power management configurations without the necessary execution privileges, potentially compromising device stability and user data.
Mitigation and Prevention
Discover the steps to mitigate and prevent CVE-2022-39093 below.
Immediate Steps to Take
Users should closely monitor vendor communications for security advisories and apply patches promptly.
Long-Term Security Practices
Implementing least privilege access, regular security audits, and user awareness training can bolster overall security posture.
Patching and Updates
Ensure devices are updated with the latest firmware and security patches to address CVE-2022-39093 and other potential vulnerabilities.