3.3
CWE
532
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2022-33688

First published: Mon Jul 11 2022(Updated: )

Sensitive information exposure vulnerability in EventType in SecTelephonyProvider prior to SMR Jul-2022 Release 1 allows local attackers with log access permission to get IMSI through device log.

Credit: mobile.security@samsung.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Android=10.0
Android=11.0
Android=12.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-33688?

    CVE-2022-33688 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive information.

  • How do I fix CVE-2022-33688?

    To mitigate CVE-2022-33688, users should update to the latest security patch provided by their device manufacturer.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2022-33688?

    CVE-2022-33688 affects devices running Android versions 10.0, 11.0, and 12.0.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-33688?

    CVE-2022-33688 is classified as a sensitive information exposure vulnerability in the SecTelephonyProvider.

  • How can local attackers exploit CVE-2022-33688?

    Local attackers can exploit CVE-2022-33688 by accessing device logs to retrieve the IMSI, given they have log access permissions.

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