CVE-2015-4640: Low severity swiftkey vulnerability
The SwiftKey language-pack update implementation on Samsung Galaxy S4, S4 Mini, S5, and S6 devices relies on an HTTP connection to the skslm.swiftkey.net server, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to write to language-pack files by modifying an HTTP response. NOTE: CVE-2015-4640 exploitation can be combined with CVE-2015-4641 exploitation for man-in-the-middle code execution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-4640?
CVE-2015-4640 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2015-4640?
To mitigate CVE-2015-4640, ensure that your device is updated to the latest firmware which addresses this vulnerability.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2015-4640?
CVE-2015-4640 affects Samsung Galaxy S4, S4 Mini, S5, and S6 devices using the SwiftKey SDK.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2015-4640?
CVE-2015-4640 can be exploited through man-in-the-middle attacks that modify the HTTP response from the SwiftKey update server.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2015-4640?
Exploitation of CVE-2015-4640 can allow attackers to write malicious language-pack files to compromised devices.