What is the severity of CVE-2022-27838?

CVE-2022-27838 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to improper access control allowing unauthorized access to sensitive files.

How do I fix CVE-2022-27838?

To mitigate CVE-2022-27838, update Samsung FactoryCamera to version 2.1.96 or later.

What types of devices are affected by CVE-2022-27838?

CVE-2022-27838 affects devices that have an older version of Samsung FactoryCamera prior to 2.1.96.

What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2022-27838?

Exploitation of CVE-2022-27838 could allow attackers to access files with elevated system privileges, potentially leading to data leaks.

When was CVE-2022-27838 disclosed?

CVE-2022-27838 was disclosed in April 2022, highlighting the need for users to update their software promptly.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2022-27838

high

7.8

CWE

284

11/4/2022

3/8/2024

CVE-2022-27838

First published: Mon Apr 11 2022(Updated: )

Improper access control vulnerability in FactoryCamera prior to version 2.1.96 allows attacker to access the file with system privilege.

Credit: mobile.security@samsung.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Samsung Factorycamera	<2.1.96

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Reference Links

https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2022&month=4

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-27838?
CVE-2022-27838 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to improper access control allowing unauthorized access to sensitive files.
How do I fix CVE-2022-27838?
To mitigate CVE-2022-27838, update Samsung FactoryCamera to version 2.1.96 or later.
What types of devices are affected by CVE-2022-27838?
CVE-2022-27838 affects devices that have an older version of Samsung FactoryCamera prior to 2.1.96.
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2022-27838?
Exploitation of CVE-2022-27838 could allow attackers to access files with elevated system privileges, potentially leading to data leaks.
When was CVE-2022-27838 disclosed?
CVE-2022-27838 was disclosed in April 2022, highlighting the need for users to update their software promptly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-27838?
CVE-2022-27838 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to improper access control allowing unauthorized access to sensitive files.
How do I fix CVE-2022-27838?
To mitigate CVE-2022-27838, update Samsung FactoryCamera to version 2.1.96 or later.
What types of devices are affected by CVE-2022-27838?
CVE-2022-27838 affects devices that have an older version of Samsung FactoryCamera prior to 2.1.96.
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2022-27838?
Exploitation of CVE-2022-27838 could allow attackers to access files with elevated system privileges, potentially leading to data leaks.
When was CVE-2022-27838 disclosed?
CVE-2022-27838 was disclosed in April 2022, highlighting the need for users to update their software promptly.