CVE-2019-20622

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
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
47.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A baseband stack overflow on specific Samsung mobile devices could leave your phone wide open! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant kitchen that accepts orders with no limits — too many special requests could overwhelm the chef and lead to a culinary disaster! 🍽️ This vulnerability could allow an attacker to perform unauthorized actions on the device, potentially leading to data breaches or malicious software installation. In a worst-case scenario, it could disrupt the entire functionality of the device!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant kitchen that accepts orders with no limits — too many special requests could overwhelm the chef and lead to a culinary disaster! 🍽️ CVE-2019-20622 involves a stack overflow in the baseband software of Samsung devices equipped with Exynos chipsets, affecting versions N(7.x), O(8.x), and P(9.0). This flaw could be exploited to cause unintended behavior or crashes in the mobile system.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to perform unauthorized actions on the device, potentially leading to data breaches or malicious software installation. In a worst-case scenario, it could disrupt the entire functionality of the device! While no known exploits are currently active, it's wise to monitor for updates from Samsung regarding patches. Regularly check for system updates and apply them promptly to ensure your device is secure. Additionally, limit app permissions to mitigate potential risks! You’ve got this! Stay vigilant and keep your device secure with regular updates! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00593 · 47.7th percentile
Published
2020-03-24T19:38Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 24 MAR 19:38Z
    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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