#VU68331 Improper access control in SmartThings


Published: 2022-10-14

Vulnerability identifier: #VU68331

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-39867

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SmartThings
Mobile applications / Apps for mobile phones

Vendor:

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in cloudNotificationManager.java. A remote attacker can access sensitive information via SHOW_PERSISTENT_BANNER broadcast.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions


External links
http://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2022&month=10


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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