CVE-2023-42546: Medium severity samsung account sdk vulnerability

Published Nov 7, 2023
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Updated

Use of implicit intent for sensitive communication vulnerability in startAgreeToDisclaimerActivity in Samsung Account prior to version 14.5.00.7 allows attackers to access arbitrary file with Samsung Account privilege.

Affected Software

1 affected component
samsung Account<14.5.00.7

Event History

Nov 7, 2023
CVE Published
07:49 AM
Data Sourced
07:49 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2023-42546.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-42546?

The severity of CVE-2023-42546 is medium (6.5).

3

What is the affected software for CVE-2023-42546?

The affected software for CVE-2023-42546 is Samsung Account prior to version 14.5.00.7.

4

How can attackers exploit CVE-2023-42546?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2023-42546 by accessing arbitrary files with Samsung Account privilege using a use of implicit intent for sensitive communication in startAgreeToDisclaimerActivity.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-42546?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-42546 at this [link](https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2023&month=11).

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