CVE-2020-0378

In onWnmFrameReceived of PasspointManager.java, there is a missing permission check. This could lead to local information disclosure of location data with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-9 Android-10...

Authentication Bug Opens Android Smart-TV Box to Data Theft

A critical bug in the Hindotech HK1 TV Box would allow root-privilege escalation thanks to improper access control. A successful exploit would allow attackers to steal social-networking account tokens, Wi-Fi passwords, cookies, saved passwords, user-location data, message history, emails, contact...

Smart male chastity lock cock-up

TL;DR Smart Bluetooth male chastity lock, designed for user to give remote control to a trusted 3rd party using mobile app/API Multiple API flaws meant anyone could remotely lock all devices and prevent users from releasing themselves Removal then requires an angle grinder or similar, used in clo...

This One Time on a Pen Test: I Know...Everything

Each year, Rapid7 penetration testers complete hundreds of internally and externally based penetration testing service engagements. This post is part of an ongoing series featuring testimonials of what goes on beneath the hoodie. For more insights, check out our 2020 Under the Hoodie report. It...

ASB-A-157748906

In onWnmFrameReceived of PasspointManager.java, there is a missing permission check. This could lead to local information disclosure of location data with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation...

Microsoft Bing server exposed user search queries and location data

By Waqas Microsoft Bing server logged some horrific search terms including searchers for murder and child abuse content. This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: Microsoft Bing server exposed user search queries and location data...

CVE-2020-0250

In requestCellInfoUpdateInternal of PhoneInterfaceManager.java, there is a missing permission check. This could lead to local information disclosure of location data with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions:...

CVE-2020-0250

In requestCellInfoUpdateInternal of PhoneInterfaceManager.java, there is a missing permission check. This could lead to local information disclosure of location data with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions:...

CVE-2020-0250

In requestCellInfoUpdateInternal of PhoneInterfaceManager.java, there is a missing permission check. This could lead to local information disclosure of location data with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions:...

CVE-2020-0250

CVE-2020-0250 affects Android 10 (Dialed in by CVE entry: In requestCellInfoUpdateInternal of PhoneInterfaceManager.java, a missing permission check allows local information disclosure of location data without extra execution privileges or user interaction). Connected sources confirm details acro...

The NSA on the Risks of Exposing Location Data

The NSA has issued an advisory on the risks of location data. Mitigations reduce, but do not eliminate, location tracking risks in mobile devices. Most users rely on features disabled by such mitigations, making such safeguards impractical. Users should be aware of these risks and take action bas...

NSA Releases Guidance on Limiting Location Data Exposure

The National Security Agency NSA has released an information sheet with guidance on how to limit location data exposure for National Security System NSS / Department of Defense DoD system users, as well as the general public. NSA outlines mobile device geolocation services and provides...

NSA Warns Smartphones Leak Location Data

Mobile devices expose location data in more ways than most people know, and turning off services such as Find My Phone, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth can help mitigate tracking, but are no silver bullet that prevents a third party from tracking users. That’s advice shared by U.S. top spy division, the...

CVE-2019-16252

Missing SSL Certificate Validation in the Nutfind.com application through 3.9.12 for Android allows a man-in-the-middle attacker to sniff and manipulate all API requests, including login credentials and location data...

CVE-2019-16252

Missing SSL Certificate Validation in the Nutfind.com application through 3.9.12 for Android allows a man-in-the-middle attacker to sniff and manipulate all API requests, including login credentials and location data...

CVE-2019-16252

Missing SSL Certificate Validation in the Nutfind.com application through 3.9.12 for Android allows a man-in-the-middle attacker to sniff and manipulate all API requests, including login credentials and location data...

CVE-2020-0121

In updateUidProcState of AppOpsService.java, there is a possible permission bypass due to a logic error. This could lead to local information disclosure of location data with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions:...

Utah Says No to Apple/Google COVID-19 Tracing; Debuts Startup App

The state of Utah has settled on a contact-tracing mobile app that collects detailed user location information to track the spread of COVID-19 among citizens – eschewing the API model proposed by Apple and Google in April. The app is called “Healthy Together” and it was created by a startup calle...

Leaked NHS Docs Reveal Roadmap, Concerns Around Contact-Tracing App

A COVID-19 contact-tracing app to be rolled out by the UK’s National Health Service NHS has been thrust into the spotlight thanks to sensitive documents being leaked via a public Google Drive link. Contact tracing has emerged as a top idea for dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and is consider...

WAVLINK WL-WN579G3, WL-WN575A3 and WL-WN530HG4 License Issue Vulnerabilities

WAVLINK WL-WN579G3 and others are a wireless network signal extender from China's RuiYin Technology WAVLINK. A security vulnerability exists in WAVLINK WL-WN579G3 M79X3.V5030.180719, WL-WN575A3 RPT75A3.V4300.180801, and WL-WN530HG4 M30HG4.V5030.191116, which originates from externally accessible...