CVE-2019-20553

An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with P(9.0) (SM6150, SM8150, SM8150_FUSION, exynos7885, exynos9610, and exynos9820 chipsets) software

published March 24, 2020

CVSS
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EPSS
0%
Percentile
37.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A memory mishap in Samsung devices could put your data at risk! This vulnerability allows arbitrary read and write operations within the RKP. 🛠️ Think of it like a hotel manager who accidentally left the master key in a public drawer. Anyone could stroll in and tamper with guests' belongings without detection! An attacker could potentially manipulate sensitive information or destabilize the device's functionality. While there’s no confirmed exploitation, having access to memory operations could lead to serious privacy breaches or even device failures if misused!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel manager who accidentally left the master key in a public drawer. Anyone could stroll in and tamper with guests' belongings without detection! This vulnerability allows unauthorized memory access on certain Samsung mobile devices, enabling attackers to read and write to arbitrary memory locations, which could compromise system integrity and security.

What to do

An attacker could potentially manipulate sensitive information or destabilize the device's functionality. While there’s no confirmed exploitation, having access to memory operations could lead to serious privacy breaches or even device failures if misused! If you're using affected Samsung devices (like those with Exynos chipsets), ensure your software is up to date with the latest security patches provided by Samsung. Regularly check for firmware updates to mitigate any potential risks. 🛡️ You've got this! Stay vigilant and make sure your devices are secure. 🔒✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00443 · 37.4th percentile
Published
2020-03-24T18:20Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 24 MAR 18:20Z
    An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with P(9.0) (SM6150, SM8150, SM8150_FUSION, exynos7885, exynos9610, and exynos9820 chipsets) software
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