Multiple vulnerabilities in Samsung Voice Recorder

Published: 2024-03-05

Risk	Low
Patch available	YES
Number of vulnerabilities	2
CVE-ID	CVE-2024-20839 CVE-2024-20840
CWE-ID	CWE-284
Exploitation vector	Local
Public exploit	N/A
Vulnerable software Subscribe	Voice Recorder Mobile applications / Apps for mobile phones
Vendor

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains information about 2 vulnerabilities.

1) Improper access control

EUVDB-ID: #VU87114

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-20839

CWE-ID: CWE-284 - Improper Access Control

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. An attacker with physical access can access recording files on the lock screen.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Voice Recorder: before 21.5.16.01

External links

http://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2024&month=03

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. The attacker should have physical access to the system in order to successfully exploit this vulnerability.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.

2) Improper access control

EUVDB-ID: #VU87115