CVE-2025-58282 is a permission control vulnerability classified under CWE-264 affecting the camera module in Huawei's HarmonyOS versions 5.0.1 and 5.1.0. The vulnerability arises from improper enforcement of permissions, allowing a local attacker with low privileges and requiring user interaction to potentially access camera service data in a way that compromises confidentiality. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 2.8, reflecting low impact primarily on confidentiality with no effect on integrity or availability. The attack vector is local (AV:L), with low attack complexity (AC:L), requiring privileges (PR:L) and user interaction (UI:R). The vulnerability scope is unchanged (S:U), meaning it does not affect resources beyond the vulnerable component. No known exploits have been reported in the wild, and no patches have been released yet. The vulnerability could allow unauthorized access to camera-related data or functions, potentially leaking sensitive information captured by the camera service. Given the nature of the vulnerability, it is unlikely to be exploited remotely or without user involvement. The lack of patches necessitates interim mitigations such as restricting app permissions and monitoring device behavior. This vulnerability highlights the importance of strict permission enforcement in multimedia modules to protect user privacy.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-58282 is primarily related to confidentiality risks involving camera data on Huawei HarmonyOS devices. Organizations using these devices, especially in sensitive environments, could face privacy breaches if attackers exploit this vulnerability to access camera services without proper authorization. Although the vulnerability does not affect system integrity or availability, unauthorized access to camera data could lead to exposure of sensitive visual information, potentially compromising personal privacy or corporate confidentiality. The requirement for local access and user interaction limits the attack surface, reducing the likelihood of widespread exploitation. However, in environments where Huawei devices are prevalent, such as corporate mobile deployments or IoT devices running HarmonyOS, the vulnerability could be leveraged by insiders or through social engineering. The absence of known exploits and patches currently lowers immediate risk but does not eliminate the need for vigilance. European organizations should assess their use of affected Huawei devices and consider the sensitivity of data potentially exposed through the camera module.

Since no official patches are currently available for CVE-2025-58282, European organizations should implement specific mitigations to reduce risk. First, restrict physical and local access to Huawei HarmonyOS devices running affected versions (5.0.1 and 5.1.0) to trusted personnel only. Second, enforce strict app permission policies to limit which applications can access the camera module, using device management tools to audit and control permissions. Third, educate users about the risk of social engineering and the need to avoid granting camera permissions to untrusted apps or prompts. Fourth, monitor device logs and behavior for unusual camera access patterns that could indicate exploitation attempts. Fifth, consider isolating or segmenting Huawei devices in sensitive environments to reduce potential lateral movement. Finally, stay alert for official patches or updates from Huawei and apply them promptly once released. Organizations should also review their incident response plans to include scenarios involving unauthorized camera access.