Vulnerability Description
The PhonePe wallet (aka com.PhonePe.app) application 3.0.6 through 3.3.26 for Android might allow attackers to impersonate a user and set up their account without their knowledge. NOTE: the vendor says that, to exploit this, the user has to explicitly install a malicious app and provide accessibility permission to the malicious app, that the Android platform provides fair warnings to the users before turning on accessibility for any application, and that it believes it is similar to installing malicious keyboards, or malicious apps taking screenshots
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phonepe | Phonepe | >= 3.0.6, <= 3.3.26 |
References
- https://github.com/magicj3lly/appexploits/blob/master/PhonePe-%20User%20ImpersonThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/magicj3lly/appexploits/blob/master/PhonePe-%20User%20ImpersonThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-17403?
CVE-2018-17403 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The PhonePe wallet (aka com.PhonePe.app) application 3.0.6 through 3.3.26 for Android might allow attackers to impersonate a user and set up their account without their knowledge. NOTE: the vendor sa...
How severe is CVE-2018-17403?
CVE-2018-17403 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-17403?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Phonepe Phonepe.