#VU88002 Use of implicit intent for sensitive communication in UPHelper library - CVE-2024-20826

Vulnerability identifier: #VU88002

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-20826

CWE-ID: CWE-927

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
UPHelper library
Mobile applications / Libraries for mobile applications

Vendor: Samsung

Description

The vulnerability allows a local application to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to usage of implicit intent for sensitive communication. A local application can gain access to sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

UPHelper library: before 4.0.0

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External links
https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2024&month=02

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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.