CVE-2022-39902: High severity samsung exynos firmware vulnerability

Published Dec 8, 2022
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Updated

Improper authorization in Exynos baseband prior to SMR DEC-2022 Release 1 allows remote attacker to get sensitive information including IMEI via emergency call.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Samsung Exynos Firmware
Samsung Exynos

Event History

Dec 8, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-39902?

CVE-2022-39902 is an improper authorization vulnerability in Samsung Exynos baseband prior to SMR DEC-2022 Release 1.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-39902?

CVE-2022-39902 has a severity rating of 7.5 (High).

3

How does CVE-2022-39902 work?

CVE-2022-39902 allows a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information, including IMEI, via an emergency call.

4

Which software is affected by CVE-2022-39902?

CVE-2022-39902 affects Samsung Exynos Firmware.

5

How can I mitigate CVE-2022-39902?

To mitigate CVE-2022-39902, update to SMR DEC-2022 Release 1 or later as recommended by Samsung.

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