CVE-2022-1230: (Pwn2Own) Samsung Galaxy S21 loadUrl Open Redirect Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
First published: Tue Mar 28 2023(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Samsung Galaxy S21 phones. 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 redirections. An attacker can force a redirection to a site that serves malicious content. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy S21 | ||
| Samsung Galaxy S21 Firmware | <4.5.40.5 | |
| Samsung Galaxy S21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-1230?
CVE-2022-1230 is a vulnerability that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Samsung Galaxy S21 prior to version 4.5.40.5.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-1230?
The severity of CVE-2022-1230 is low with a severity value of 3.9.
How does CVE-2022-1230 affect Samsung Galaxy S21?
CVE-2022-1230 affects Samsung Galaxy S21 prior to version 4.5.40.5.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2022-1230?
An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit CVE-2022-1230.
How can I fix CVE-2022-1230?
To fix CVE-2022-1230, users should update their Samsung Galaxy S21 devices to version 4.5.40.5 or later.
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