CVE-2022-33706: Low severity samsung gallery vulnerability

Published Jul 11, 2022
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Updated

Improper access control vulnerability in Samsung Gallery prior to version 13.1.05.8 allows physical attackers to access the pictures using S Pen air gesture.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Samsung Samsung Gallery<13.1.05.8

Event History

Jul 11, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:37 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-33706?

CVE-2022-33706 is categorized as a moderate severity vulnerability due to improper access control in Samsung Gallery.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-33706?

To mitigate CVE-2022-33706, upgrade Samsung Gallery to version 13.1.05.8 or later.

3

What type of attacks can exploit CVE-2022-33706?

CVE-2022-33706 can be exploited by physical attackers using the S Pen air gesture to access protected images.

4

Which devices are affected by CVE-2022-33706?

CVE-2022-33706 affects Samsung devices running affected versions of Samsung Gallery before 13.1.05.8.

5

Is CVE-2022-33706 widely exploited in the wild?

As of now, there have been no widespread reports of exploitation for CVE-2022-33706 in the wild.

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