Improper access control in Samsung Video Player - CVE-2024-49404

 

Improper access control in Samsung Video Player - CVE-2024-49404

Published: November 6, 2024


Vulnerability identifier: #VU99857
CSH Severity: Low
CVSS v4.0: 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-2024-49404
CWE-ID: CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vendor: Samsung
Affected software:
Samsung Video Player

Detailed vulnerability 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 video file of other users.


How to mitigate CVE-2024-49404

Install updates from vendor's website.

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