CVE-2018-21038

An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with N(7.x) software

published April 8, 2020

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
42.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A tiny flaw in Samsung's Secure Folder app lets anyone bypass authentication—it's like a hotel giving away room keys without checking IDs! 🚪💔 Imagine a hotel where the receptionist hands out room keys just because someone asks—no ID needed! That's what's happening here; the Secure Folder app on Samsung devices is letting unauthorized users waltz straight in. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to access sensitive information stored in the Secure Folder without proper authentication. Think about it: private photos, documents, and other personal files could be exposed! This could lead to serious privacy violations and data leaks.

Put simply

Imagine a hotel where the receptionist hands out room keys just because someone asks—no ID needed! That's what's happening here; the Secure Folder app on Samsung devices is letting unauthorized users waltz straight in. The issue stems from the startup logic of the Secure Folder app on Samsung devices running N(7.x) software, allowing users to bypass the necessary authentication checks when launching the app.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to access sensitive information stored in the Secure Folder without proper authentication. Think about it: private photos, documents, and other personal files could be exposed! This could lead to serious privacy violations and data leaks. While this vulnerability isn't currently exploited, it's wise to patch your device by updating to the latest firmware. Regularly check for updates to ensure your devices are secure and avoid any potential risks in the future. You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your devices updated to keep those sneaky vulnerabilities at bay! 🛡️✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00506 · 42.3th percentile
Published
2020-04-08T16:18Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 APR 16:18Z
    An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with N(7.x) software
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