#VU87995 Improper access control in Data Store - CVE-2024-20851

Vulnerability identifier: #VU87995

Vulnerability risk: Low

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

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-20851

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Data Store
Mobile applications / Apps for mobile phones

Vendor: Samsung

Description

The vulnerability allows a local application to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A local application can bypass implemented security restrictions and launch arbitrary activity with Samsung Data Store privilege.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Data Store: before 5.3.00.4

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External links
https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2024&month=04

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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.