CVE-2025-68967 is a vulnerability classified under CWE-264, indicating improper permissions, privileges, or access controls within Huawei's HarmonyOS print module, specifically affecting version 6.0.0. The flaw arises from inadequate enforcement of permission checks, allowing an attacker with local access to the device to exploit the print service without requiring any privileges or user interaction. The vulnerability's CVSS 3.1 score is 5.7, with an attack vector of local (AV:L), low attack complexity (AC:L), no privileges required (PR:N), and no user interaction (UI:N). The scope is changed (S:C), meaning the vulnerability can affect resources beyond the vulnerable component. The impact metrics indicate no confidentiality loss (C:N), but integrity (I:L) and availability (A:L) are impacted, suggesting that an attacker could modify print jobs or disrupt printing services. No patches or known exploits are currently available, but the vulnerability poses a risk to service reliability and data integrity within affected systems. The print module is a critical component for many enterprise environments, and improper permission control can lead to unauthorized manipulation or denial of printing functions. Given the local attack vector, exploitation requires physical or logical local access to the device, limiting remote exploitation possibilities but still posing risks in shared or multi-user environments.

For European organizations, the vulnerability could lead to disruption of printing services, impacting business operations that rely on timely and accurate print outputs. Integrity issues could result in unauthorized alteration of print jobs, potentially leaking sensitive information or causing misinformation through altered documents. Availability impacts could cause denial of printing services, affecting workflows in sectors such as finance, healthcare, and government where printed documentation remains critical. Although confidentiality is not directly impacted, the potential for integrity and availability compromise can indirectly affect data trustworthiness and operational continuity. Organizations using Huawei HarmonyOS devices, particularly version 6.0.0, in environments with shared device access or insufficient local access controls, are at higher risk. The absence of known exploits reduces immediate threat but does not eliminate future risk, especially if attackers develop local access methods or insider threats exploit this vulnerability.

Since no official patches are currently available, organizations should implement strict local access controls to limit who can interact with HarmonyOS devices, especially those with printing capabilities. Deploy device usage monitoring to detect unusual print service activity or unauthorized access attempts. Employ network segmentation to isolate devices running HarmonyOS from critical infrastructure to reduce lateral movement risks. Educate users on the risks of local device access and enforce strong physical security policies. Once Huawei releases patches, prioritize timely deployment to affected devices. Consider disabling or restricting the print module on HarmonyOS devices where printing is not essential. Implement endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions capable of monitoring local privilege escalations or suspicious print service manipulations. Regularly audit device configurations and permissions to ensure compliance with least privilege principles.