CVE-2019-20606

An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with any (before May 2019) software

published March 24, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
0%
Percentile
26.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A phishing attack could change your entire network setup! On Samsung mobile devices running software before May 2019, a crafty trick can alter your internet settings without a trace! Think of it like a sneaky hacker slipping into your home and switching the Wi-Fi router with a clone that forwards all your data to them — all without you ever noticing! If exploited, an attacker could reroute your internet traffic, leaving you vulnerable to data theft or malicious content. Imagine your private conversations being monitored, or your sensitive information falling into the wrong hands — absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a sneaky hacker slipping into your home and switching the Wi-Fi router with a clone that forwards all your data to them — all without you ever noticing! This vulnerability in the OMACP feature allows unauthorized changes to network and internet settings through a phishing attack, posing a serious risk to users' privacy and security.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could reroute your internet traffic, leaving you vulnerable to data theft or malicious content. Imagine your private conversations being monitored, or your sensitive information falling into the wrong hands — absolutely devastating! To protect yourself, ensure your Samsung device is updated to the latest software version released after May 2019. Regularly back up your settings and stay cautious of suspicious SMS or emails requesting your information. You've got this! Follow these steps to secure your device and keep those sneaky attacks at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00340 · 26.3th percentile
Published
2020-03-24T19:17Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 24 MAR 19:17Z
    An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with any (before May 2019) software
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