CVE-2012-6337: Infoleak

Published Dec 31, 2012
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Updated

The Track My Mobile feature in the SamsungDive subsystem for Android on Samsung Galaxy devices shows the activation of remote tracking, which might allow physically proximate attackers to defeat a product-recovery effort by tampering with this feature or its location data.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Samsung SamsungDive
Samsung Galaxy Note 2
Samsung Galaxy S
Samsung Galaxy S2

Event History

Dec 31, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-6337?

CVE-2012-6337 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for local exploitation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-6337?

To fix CVE-2012-6337, ensure that the Samsung Dive feature is disabled and keep your device firmware updated.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2012-6337?

CVE-2012-6337 affects users of Samsung devices utilizing the Samsung Dive feature, specifically older firmware versions.

4

What are the risks associated with CVE-2012-6337?

The risks include unauthorized tampering with remote tracking features, leading to potential data loss or privacy breaches.

5

Where can I find more details about CVE-2012-6337?

You can find more details about CVE-2012-6337 in the official CVE database and security advisories related to Samsung devices.

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