low
3.3
CWE
276 269
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-21512

First published: Wed Jun 28 2023(Updated: )

Improper Knox ID validation logic in notification framework prior to SMR Jun-2023 Release 1 allows local attackers to read work profile notifications without proper access permission.

Credit: mobile.security@samsung.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-apr-2021-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-apr-2022-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-apr-2023-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-aug-2021-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-aug-2022-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-dec-2020-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-dec-2021-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-dec-2022-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-feb-2021-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-feb-2022-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-feb-2023-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-jan-2021-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-jan-2022-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-jan-2023-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-jul-2021-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-jul-2022-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-jun-2021-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-jun-2022-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-mar-2021-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-mar-2022-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-mar-2023-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-may-2021-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-may-2022-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-may-2023-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-nov-2021-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-nov-2022-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-oct-2021-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-oct-2022-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-sep-2021-r1
Samsung Android=11.0-smr-sep-2022-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-apr-2022-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-apr-2023-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-aug-2022-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-dec-2021-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-dec-2022-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-feb-2022-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-feb-2023-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-jan-2022-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-jan-2023-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-jul-2022-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-jun-2022-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-mar-2022-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-mar-2023-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-may-2022-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-may-2023-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-nov-2021-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-nov-2022-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-oct-2022-r1
Samsung Android=12.0-smr-sep-2022-r1
Samsung Android=13.0-smr-apr-2023-r1
Samsung Android=13.0-smr-dec-2022-r1
Samsung Android=13.0-smr-feb-2023-r1
Samsung Android=13.0-smr-jan-2023-r1
Samsung Android=13.0-smr-mar-2023-r1
Samsung Android=13.0-smr-may-2023-r1
Samsung Android=13.0-smr-nov-2022-r1
Samsung Android=13.0-smr-oct-2022-r1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-21512?

    CVE-2023-21512 has a moderate severity rating, as it allows local attackers to access sensitive notifications without proper permissions.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-21512?

    To fix CVE-2023-21512, ensure that you update your Samsung device to the latest security release dated Jun-2023 or later.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2023-21512?

    CVE-2023-21512 affects various Samsung Android devices running specific versions of Android 11, 12, and 13 prior to the Jun-2023 update.

  • Can CVE-2023-21512 lead to data breaches?

    Yes, CVE-2023-21512 can potentially lead to unauthorized access to work profile notifications, which may contain sensitive information.

  • Is there a permanent solution for CVE-2023-21512?

    The permanent solution for CVE-2023-21512 is to regularly update your Samsung device with the latest security patches from Samsung.

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