CVE-2015-10002 in Kids Place
Summary
by MITRE • 03/28/2022
A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in Kiddoware Kids Place. This affects the Home Button Protection. A repeated pressing of the button causes a local denial of service. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/17/2023
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2015-10002 resides within Kiddoware Kids Place software, a product designed for children's environments that implements home button protection mechanisms. This classification as a problematic vulnerability indicates a significant security concern within the application's defensive architecture. The specific flaw manifests in the home button protection functionality where repeated button presses trigger a local denial of service condition that disrupts normal operational flow. This type of vulnerability represents a failure in input validation and state management within the application's user interface components.
The technical implementation of this flaw demonstrates inadequate handling of repeated user interactions with the protected home button functionality. When users repeatedly press the button, the system fails to properly manage the sequence of events, leading to a denial of service condition that prevents normal application operation. This vulnerability directly maps to CWE-129, Input Validation and Normalization, as the system fails to properly validate repeated user inputs and maintain consistent state management. The flaw operates at the application layer where user interface elements interact with core system functions, creating a pathway for local denial of service attacks that can be easily exploited through simple repetitive actions.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple disruption as it compromises the reliability and usability of the Kids Place application in child safety environments. A local denial of service condition means that authorized users cannot access the application's core functionality, potentially leaving children without access to protected content or safety features. This vulnerability is particularly concerning in environments where the application serves as a primary interface for child protection mechanisms, as it could be exploited to prevent access to critical safety features or parental controls. The attack surface is limited to local interactions but the potential for operational disruption remains significant in controlled environments where the application serves as a primary interface for child protection mechanisms.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability require immediate attention through software updates and patches that address the input handling and state management issues within the home button protection mechanism. The recommended approach involves implementing proper input validation that can handle repeated button presses without causing system instability, along with robust state management that maintains consistent application functionality. Security practitioners should also consider implementing monitoring solutions that can detect unusual button press patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1499.004, Domain Policy Modification, as it represents a modification of expected application behavior that can be exploited to deny service. Organizations should implement comprehensive testing procedures to validate that updated versions properly handle repeated user interactions and maintain operational stability under various usage patterns.