CVE-2012-3807

Samsung Kies before 2.5.0.12094_27_11 has arbitrary file execution

published January 9, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
32%
Percentile
98.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky flaw in Samsung Kies allows arbitrary file execution, like a waiter bringing out the wrong dish because no one double-checked the order! Imagine a restaurant that serves meals without verifying the orders — customers could end up with anything! Here, the software feels too trusting, executing files without proper validation. This could let an attacker execute malicious files on the system, potentially leading to data leaks or worse. While there's no widespread exploitation reported yet, the possibility is still concerning. If someone takes advantage of this, it could lead to a catastrophic compromise of sensitive data!

Put simply

Imagine a restaurant that serves meals without verifying the orders — customers could end up with anything! Here, the software feels too trusting, executing files without proper validation. CVE-2012-3807 is a vulnerability in Samsung Kies that allows arbitrary file execution without proper checks, meaning unauthorized files can be run on the device.

What to do

This could let an attacker execute malicious files on the system, potentially leading to data leaks or worse. While there's no widespread exploitation reported yet, the possibility is still concerning. If someone takes advantage of this, it could lead to a catastrophic compromise of sensitive data! Update Samsung Kies to the latest version immediately. If you're still on a version prior to 2.5.0.12094_27_11, it's time for a security check to ensure you're protected. Regularly monitor for updates to stay ahead of potential risks! You've got this! By following these steps, you're one step closer to securing your systems! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.31563 · 98.3th percentile
Published
2020-01-09T21:48Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 09 JAN 21:48Z
    Samsung Kies before 2.5.0.12094_27_11 has arbitrary file execution
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