7.8
CWE
284
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-21518

First published: Wed Jun 28 2023(Updated: )

Improper access control vulnerability in SearchWidget prior to version 3.3 in China models allows untrusted applications to start arbitrary activity.

Credit: mobile.security@samsung.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Samsung SearchWidget<3.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-21518?

    CVE-2023-21518 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to improper access control.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-21518?

    To mitigate CVE-2023-21518, upgrade the Samsung SearchWidget to version 3.3 or later.

  • Which versions of SearchWidget are affected by CVE-2023-21518?

    CVE-2023-21518 affects versions of Samsung SearchWidget prior to version 3.3.

  • What kind of exploitation is possible with CVE-2023-21518?

    CVE-2023-21518 allows untrusted applications to start arbitrary activities, potentially leading to unauthorized actions.

  • Is there a specific region where CVE-2023-21518 is applicable?

    Yes, CVE-2023-21518 is specifically applicable to China models of the Samsung SearchWidget.

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