#VU99861 Improper access control in Samsung Flow - CVE-2024-49407

Vulnerability identifier: #VU99861

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:P/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-49407

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Samsung Flow
Mobile applications / Apps for mobile phones

Vendor: Samsung

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 bypass implemented security restrictions and access data across multiple user profiles.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Samsung Flow: before 4.9.15.7

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External links
https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2024&month=11

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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.