Improper access control in Samsung Data Store
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2024-20851 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-284 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Data Store Mobile applications / Apps for mobile phones |
| Vendor |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Improper access control
EUVDB-ID: #VU87995
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-20851
CWE-ID:
CWE-284 - Improper Access Control
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local application to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.
The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A local application can bypass implemented security restrictions and launch arbitrary activity with Samsung Data Store privilege.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsData Store: before 5.3.00.4
External linkshttp://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2024&month=04
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
