CVE-2019-15455
First published: Thu Nov 14 2019(Updated: )
The Samsung J5 Android device with a build fingerprint of samsung/j5y17ltexx/j5y17lte:8.1.0/M1AJQ/J530FXXU3BRL1: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 Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy J5 Firmware | ||
| Samsung Galaxy J5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-15455?
CVE-2019-15455 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to sensitive data.
How do I fix CVE-2019-15455?
To fix CVE-2019-15455, update the affected Samsung Galaxy J5 device to the latest firmware version released by Samsung.
What devices are affected by CVE-2019-15455?
CVE-2019-15455 affects the Samsung Galaxy J5 devices running the specified firmware versions.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2019-15455?
CVE-2019-15455 poses risks such as data leakage and unauthorized access by other applications on the device.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2019-15455?
While the best recommendation is to update the device, users can also limit permissions of apps to mitigate some risks associated with CVE-2019-15455.
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