CVE-2019-20558

An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with N(7.x), O(8.x), and P(9.0) (Exynos chipsets) software

published March 24, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
0%
Percentile
37.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A buffer overflow in the Touch Screen Driver of certain Samsung devices might not sound alarming, but it’s like a tiny crack in the foundation of a seemingly sturdy building! 🏗️ Think of it as a construction site where one miscalculated measurement throws off the entire structure. With just the right pressure, that small gap could lead to more significant issues down the line, just as this vulnerability could potentially be exploited to manipulate device behavior. While currently not known to be exploited, this vulnerability presents a risk where an attacker could potentially gain unauthorized access or control over affected devices, leading to compromised security and privacy. Imagine someone being able to tap through your screen and access sensitive information without permission!

Put simply

Think of it as a construction site where one miscalculated measurement throws off the entire structure. With just the right pressure, that small gap could lead to more significant issues down the line, just as this vulnerability could potentially be exploited to manipulate device behavior. This vulnerability arises from a buffer overflow in the Touch Screen Driver on affected Samsung mobile devices using Exynos chipsets, allowing excess data to spill over into adjacent memory spaces, which could be manipulated.

What to do

While currently not known to be exploited, this vulnerability presents a risk where an attacker could potentially gain unauthorized access or control over affected devices, leading to compromised security and privacy. Imagine someone being able to tap through your screen and access sensitive information without permission! To mitigate this risk, Samsung users should keep their devices updated with the latest firmware from Samsung to receive patches addressing this issue. Regularly check for updates to ensure your device is secure! You've got this! Stay vigilant, keep your devices updated, and you’ll keep that foundation strong! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00440 · 37.2th percentile
Published
2020-03-24T18:25Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 24 MAR 18:25Z
    An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with N(7.x), O(8.x), and P(9.0) (Exynos chipsets) software
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