CWE
287
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2022-39901

First published: Thu Dec 08 2022(Updated: )

Improper authentication in Exynos baseband prior to SMR DEC-2022 Release 1 allows remote attacker to disable the network traffic encryption between UE and gNodeB.

Credit: mobile.security@samsung.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Samsung Exynos Firmware
Samsung Exynos

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2022-39901?

    CVE-2022-39901 refers to an improper authentication vulnerability in Exynos baseband prior to SMR DEC-2022 Release 1, allowing a remote attacker to disable network traffic encryption between UE and gNodeB.

  • How severe is CVE-2022-39901?

    CVE-2022-39901 has a severity rating of 6.5 which is considered medium.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2022-39901?

    The Exynos baseband firmware is affected by CVE-2022-39901.

  • How can a remote attacker exploit CVE-2022-39901?

    A remote attacker can exploit CVE-2022-39901 by disabling the network traffic encryption between UE and gNodeB.

  • Is Samsung Exynos vulnerable to CVE-2022-39901?

    No, the Samsung Exynos itself is not vulnerable. Only the Exynos baseband firmware is affected.

  • How can I fix CVE-2022-39901?

    To fix CVE-2022-39901, it is recommended to apply SMR DEC-2022 Release 1 or a subsequent security update provided by Samsung.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-39901?

    You can find more information about CVE-2022-39901 on the Samsung Mobile Security website.

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