CVE-2014-7253 in REGZA Phone T-01D
Summary
by MITRE
FUJITSU F-12C, ARROWS Tab LTE F-01D, ARROWS Kiss F-03D, and REGZA Phone T-01D for Android allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via unspecified vectors.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/07/2018
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2014-7253 affects several Fujitsu Android devices including the F-12C tablet ARROWS Tab LTE F-01D smartphone ARROWS Kiss F-03D and REGZA Phone T-01D models. This represents a critical local privilege escalation flaw that enables attackers with local access to execute arbitrary commands on the affected devices. The vulnerability stems from unspecified vectors within the device's Android implementation which creates a pathway for unauthorized command execution. Such a flaw is particularly concerning as it operates at the local level meaning that an attacker must first gain access to the device but once achieved can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute malicious commands with elevated system permissions.
The technical nature of this vulnerability aligns with common privilege escalation patterns found in mobile operating systems where insufficient input validation or improper access controls allow local users to bypass security mechanisms. This type of vulnerability typically manifests when the system fails to properly validate user inputs or when there are inadequate permission checks during command execution processes. The unspecified vectors suggest that the flaw could potentially exist across multiple attack surfaces within the device's software stack including system services or application interfaces. From a cybersecurity perspective this vulnerability represents a classic example of a local command injection flaw that can be exploited to gain deeper system access.
The operational impact of CVE-2014-7253 is significant as it provides attackers with a means to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable devices without requiring network connectivity or remote exploitation capabilities. This local execution capability means that an attacker who has already gained physical access to the device or has managed to install malicious applications can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and potentially gain root access to the device's operating system. The implications extend beyond simple command execution as successful exploitation could allow attackers to modify system files install persistent backdoors, access sensitive user data, or disable security features. This vulnerability particularly affects enterprise environments where device security is paramount and could compromise corporate data if employees use these affected Fujitsu devices.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability require immediate attention from device administrators and security teams responsible for managing affected Fujitsu devices. The primary recommendation involves applying available firmware updates from Fujitsu that address the specific privilege escalation flaw. Organizations should also implement strict device management policies that limit local administrative access and monitor for suspicious command execution patterns. Network segmentation and endpoint protection solutions should be deployed to detect and prevent exploitation attempts. From a compliance perspective this vulnerability relates to several cybersecurity standards including those outlined in the CWE catalog under privilege escalation categories and aligns with ATT&CK framework techniques related to privilege escalation and command execution. Security teams should conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments to identify all affected devices within their inventory and establish monitoring protocols to detect potential exploitation attempts. The vulnerability also highlights the importance of secure development practices and regular security testing of mobile device firmware to prevent similar issues from arising in future device generations.