Vulnerability Description
The Leagoo P1 Android device with a build fingerprint of sp7731c_1h10_32v4_bird:6.0/MRA58K/android.20170629.214736:user/release-keys contains a hidden root privilege escalation capability to achieve command execution as the root user. They have made modifications that allow a user with physical access to the device to obtain a root shell via ADB by modifying read-only system properties at runtime. Specifically, modifying the ro.debuggable and the ro.secure system properties to a certain value and then restarting the ADB daemon allows for a root shell to be obtained via ADB.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Leagoo | P1 Firmware | - |
| Leagoo | P1 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.kryptowire.com/portal/android-firmware-defcon-2018/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.kryptowire.com/portal/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/DEFCON-26-Johnson-aExploitTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory
- https://www.kryptowire.com/portal/android-firmware-defcon-2018/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.kryptowire.com/portal/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/DEFCON-26-Johnson-aExploitTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-14998?
CVE-2018-14998 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). The Leagoo P1 Android device with a build fingerprint of sp7731c_1h10_32v4_bird:6.0/MRA58K/android.20170629.214736:user/release-keys contains a hidden root privilege escalation capability to achieve c...
How severe is CVE-2018-14998?
CVE-2018-14998 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-14998?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Leagoo P1 Firmware, Leagoo P1.