#VU83875 Improper access control in Voice Recorder - CVE-2023-42577

Vulnerability identifier: #VU83875

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 0.4 [CVSS:4.0/AV:P/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-42577

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Voice Recorder
Mobile applications / Apps for mobile phones

Vendor: Samsung

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. An attacker with physical access to the device can access Voice Recorder information on the lock screen.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Voice Recorder: before 21.4.15.01

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External links
https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2023&month=12

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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.