CVE-2022-1230: (Pwn2Own) Samsung Galaxy S21 loadUrl Open Redirect Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
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.
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This vulnerability allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Samsung Galaxy S21 prior to 4.5.40.5 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. Was ZDI-CAN-15918.
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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.