CVE-2026-24914 is a use-after-free vulnerability classified under CWE-416 found in the camera module of Huawei's HarmonyOS version 6.0.0. The root cause is a type confusion error, where the software incorrectly handles object types leading to premature freeing of memory that is still in use. This memory corruption can cause the camera module or the entire system to crash, thereby affecting availability. The vulnerability does not impact confidentiality or integrity directly, nor does it require any privileges or user interaction to exploit, making it accessible in scenarios where an attacker has local access to the device. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 4.0, indicating a medium severity primarily due to the impact on availability and ease of exploitation with low complexity. No known exploits have been reported in the wild, and no patches have been published yet, which suggests the vulnerability is newly disclosed. The camera module is a critical component in many mobile and IoT devices running HarmonyOS, and a denial of service could disrupt user operations or device functionality. Given Huawei's significant market share in certain European countries, this vulnerability could have broader implications if exploited at scale. Organizations should monitor for unusual camera crashes or system instability and prepare to deploy vendor patches once available.

The primary impact of CVE-2026-24914 is on system availability due to potential denial of service caused by crashes in the camera module. For European organizations, this could disrupt business operations relying on HarmonyOS devices, particularly in sectors using Huawei hardware for mobile communications or IoT deployments. While confidentiality and integrity are not directly affected, repeated crashes could degrade user trust and operational continuity. In critical environments such as public safety, healthcare, or industrial control where HarmonyOS devices might be deployed, availability issues could have cascading effects. The lack of required privileges or user interaction lowers the barrier for exploitation in scenarios where attackers have local access, such as insider threats or compromised devices. However, the absence of known exploits and patches currently limits immediate risk. Organizations using Huawei HarmonyOS devices should consider this vulnerability in their risk assessments and incident response planning.

1. Limit physical and local access to devices running HarmonyOS 6.0.0 to reduce the risk of exploitation. 2. Monitor device logs and system behavior for signs of abnormal camera module crashes or system instability that could indicate exploitation attempts. 3. Implement network segmentation and access controls to isolate critical HarmonyOS devices from untrusted networks. 4. Enforce strict application permissions and disable unnecessary camera access for third-party apps to minimize attack surface. 5. Stay informed on Huawei security advisories and apply patches promptly once they are released for this vulnerability. 6. Consider deploying endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions capable of detecting memory corruption or unusual process terminations related to the camera module. 7. Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing focused on device firmware and camera functionality to identify potential exploitation vectors. 8. Educate users and administrators about the risks associated with this vulnerability and the importance of reporting device anomalies.