CVE-2020-25054

An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with software through 2020-04-02 (Exynos modem chipsets)

published August 31, 2020

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
1%
Percentile
68.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โš ๏ธ A sneaky buffer over-read in Samsung's Shannon baseband could expose sensitive data! ๐Ÿšจ Think of it like an overly curious cat peeking through a slightly open window and catching a glimpse of your living room โ€” that unwanted view could reveal more than intended! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to read sensitive information from the device's memory, potentially putting user data at risk. While we don't know if it's been actively exploited, the mere possibility is alarming enough to take action!

Put simply

Think of it like an overly curious cat peeking through a slightly open window and catching a glimpse of your living room โ€” that unwanted view could reveal more than intended! CVE-2020-25054 involves a heap-based buffer over-read in the Shannon baseband of Samsung mobile devices, specifically affecting Exynos modem chipsets. This flaw allows unauthorized access to data that should remain protected.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to read sensitive information from the device's memory, potentially putting user data at risk. While we don't know if it's been actively exploited, the mere possibility is alarming enough to take action! Users should ensure their Samsung devices are updated to the latest firmware to mitigate this vulnerability. Regularly check for updates and apply them promptly to enhance your security. You've got this! Stay proactive and keep your devices secure! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01234 ยท 68.9th percentile
Published
2020-08-31T20:24Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 31 AUG 20:24Z
    An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with software through 2020-04-02 (Exynos modem chipsets)
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