CVE-2023-42547
First published: Tue Nov 07 2023(Updated: )
Use of implicit intent for sensitive communication vulnerability in startEmailValidationActivity in Samsung Account prior to version 14.5.00.7 allows attackers to access arbitrary file with Samsung Account privilege.
Credit: mobile.security@samsung.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung Account | <14.5.00.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-42547?
CVE-2023-42547 is a vulnerability in Samsung Account that allows attackers to access arbitrary files using implicit intent for sensitive communication in startEmailValidationActivity.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-42547?
The severity of CVE-2023-42547 is medium, with a CVSS score of 6.5.
How does CVE-2023-42547 work?
CVE-2023-42547 allows attackers to exploit the vulnerable startEmailValidationActivity in Samsung Account to access arbitrary files by using implicit intents for sensitive communication.
Which Samsung Account versions are affected by CVE-2023-42547?
Samsung Account versions prior to 14.5.00.7 are affected by CVE-2023-42547.
How can I fix CVE-2023-42547?
To fix CVE-2023-42547, users should update their Samsung Account to version 14.5.00.7 or later.
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