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CVE-2022-1230

3.9 · LOW

This vulnerability allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Samsung Galaxy S21 prior to 4.5.40.5 phones.

Published Mar 28, 2023CWE-601EPSS 0.36%

Overview

CVE-2022-1230 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 28, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.9 (LOW).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.9, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

This vulnerability allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Samsung Galaxy S21 prior to 4.5.40.5 phones. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the handling of redirections. An attacker can force a redirection to a site that serves malicious content. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user. Was ZDI-CAN-15918.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

Refsecurity.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsbRefwww.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-621/Refsecurity.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsbRefwww.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-621/

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-1230?

CVE-2022-1230 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 28, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.9 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2022-1230?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.9, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2022-1230?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2022-1230?

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