CVE-2018-10498: Infoleak

Published Sep 24, 2018
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Updated

This vulnerability allows local attackers to disclose sensitive information on vulnerable installations of Samsung Email Fixed in version 5.0.02.16. 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 file:/// URIs. The issue lies in the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can allow for reading arbitrary files. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to escalate privileges. Was ZDI-CAN-5329.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Samsung Samsung Email<5.0.02.16

Event History

Sep 24, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-10498?

The severity of CVE-2018-10498 is classified as medium risk.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-10498?

To fix CVE-2018-10498, update Samsung Email to version 5.0.02.16 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2018-10498?

CVE-2018-10498 affects users of Samsung Email prior to version 5.0.02.16.

4

What kind of information can be disclosed by exploiting CVE-2018-10498?

Exploiting CVE-2018-10498 may allow attackers to disclose sensitive information stored within the Samsung Email application.

5

What must an attacker do to exploit CVE-2018-10498?

An attacker must first gain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system to exploit CVE-2018-10498.

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