7.8
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2019-15442

First published: Thu Nov 14 2019(Updated: )

The Samsung on7xelteskt Android device with a build fingerprint of samsung/on7xelteskt/on7xelteskt:8.1.0/M1AJQ/G610SKSU2CSB1:user/release-keys contains a pre-installed app with a package name of com.samsung.android.themecenter app (versionCode=7000100, versionName=7.0.1.0) that allows other pre-installed apps to perform app installation via an accessible app component. This capability can be accessed by any pre-installed app on the device which can obtain signatureOrSystem permissions that are required by other other pre-installed apps that exported their capabilities to other pre-installed app.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Samsung On 7 Firmware
Samsung On 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2019-15442?

    CVE-2019-15442 is a vulnerability found in the Samsung on7xelteskt Android device with a build fingerprint of samsung/on7xelteskt/on7xelteskt:8.1.0/M1AJQ/G610SKSU2CSB1:user/release-keys.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2019-15442?

    CVE-2019-15442 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

  • Which software is affected by CVE-2019-15442?

    The Samsung On 7 Firmware is affected by CVE-2019-15442.

  • What is the reference for CVE-2019-15442?

    The reference for CVE-2019-15442 can be found at https://www.kryptowire.com/android-firmware-2019/.

  • How do I fix CVE-2019-15442?

    To fix CVE-2019-15442, Samsung users should update their device's firmware to the latest version provided by the manufacturer.

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