CVE-2024-10018
📋 TL;DR
This vulnerability allows attackers to launch any unexported component in the com.transsion.aivoiceassistant mobile app due to improper permission control, potentially leading to unauthorized access or code execution. It affects users of Tecno mobile devices running the vulnerable version of the app.
💻 Affected Systems
- Tecno mobile devices with the com.transsion.aivoiceassistant app
⚠️ Manual Verification Required
This CVE does not have specific version information in our database, so automatic vulnerability detection cannot determine if your system is affected.
Why? The CVE database entry doesn't specify which versions are vulnerable (no version ranges provided by the vendor/NVD).
🔒 Custom verification scripts are available for registered users. Sign up free to download automated test scripts.
- Review the CVE details at NVD
- Check vendor security advisories for your specific version
- Test if the vulnerability is exploitable in your environment
- Consider updating to the latest version as a precaution
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Full device compromise, including data theft, remote code execution, or installation of malware via arbitrary component activation.
Likely Case
Unauthorized access to sensitive app components, potentially leading to data leakage or privilege escalation within the device.
If Mitigated
Limited impact if proper app sandboxing and permission controls are enforced, restricting component access to authorized apps only.
🎯 Exploit Status
Exploitation likely involves crafting malicious intents or app interactions to trigger unexported components without authentication.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Check vendor advisory for specific patched version; not specified in references.
Vendor Advisory: https://security.tecno.com/SRC/securityUpdates?type=SA
Restart Required: Yes
Instructions:
1. Update the com.transsion.aivoiceassistant app via the Google Play Store or device settings. 2. Restart the device to ensure changes take effect. 3. Verify the update by checking the app version in settings.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Disable or Uninstall the App
androidRemove or disable the vulnerable app to prevent exploitation.
Go to Settings > Apps > com.transsion.aivoiceassistant > Disable/Uninstall
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Restrict app installations to trusted sources only to reduce risk of malicious apps exploiting this vulnerability.
- Use mobile device management (MDM) solutions to enforce security policies and monitor for suspicious activity.
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check the app version in device settings under Apps > com.transsion.aivoiceassistant; compare with patched version from vendor advisory.Check Version:
No specific command; use device settings: Settings > Apps > com.transsion.aivoiceassistant > App info to view version.Verify Fix Applied:
Ensure the app is updated to the latest version and test for unauthorized component access via security scanning tools.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Log entries showing unauthorized intent launches or component activations in the app logs.
Network Indicators:
- Unusual network traffic from the app indicating data exfiltration or command-and-control activity.
SIEM Query:
Example: 'app:com.transsion.aivoiceassistant AND event:component_launch AND status:unauthorized'