CVE-2019-20530

An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with N(7.1), O(8.x), P(9.0), and Q(10.0) software

published March 24, 2020

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
0%
Percentile
35.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

๐Ÿšจ An unsuspecting swipe on a Samsung device could let an attacker execute arbitrary code, right from the lock screen! Think of it like a doorman who lets in anyone who claims to have a reservation without checking their ID โ€” you never know who's really coming inside. ๐ŸŽญ This vulnerability could allow malicious individuals to gain full control of your device, potentially accessing your sensitive information and applications. It's a world where anyone could gain unauthorized entry to your personal data with just a few taps!

Put simply

Think of it like a doorman who lets in anyone who claims to have a reservation without checking their ID โ€” you never know who's really coming inside. ๐ŸŽญ The issue arises in Samsung mobile devices running software versions N(7.1), O(8.x), P(9.0), and Q(10.0), enabling arbitrary code execution due to lack of proper security checks on the lock screen.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow malicious individuals to gain full control of your device, potentially accessing your sensitive information and applications. It's a world where anyone could gain unauthorized entry to your personal data with just a few taps! To protect your device, ensure that you're running the latest software updates provided by Samsung. Regularly check for patches or announcements about security improvements and follow best practices for device security. You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your device secure. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00418 ยท 35.1th percentile
Published
2020-03-24T17:39Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 24 MAR 17:39Z
    An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with N(7.1), O(8.x), P(9.0), and Q(10.0) software
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