CVE-2023-42559
First published: Tue Dec 05 2023(Updated: )
Improper exception management vulnerability in Knox Guard prior to SMR Dec-2023 Release 1 allows Knox Guard lock bypass via changing system time.
Credit: mobile.security@samsung.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung Android | >=11.0<14.0 | |
| Samsung Android | =14.0 | |
| Samsung Android | =14.0-smr-apr-2023-r1 | |
| Samsung Android | =14.0-smr-aug-2023-r1 | |
| Samsung Android | =14.0-smr-dec-2022-r1 | |
| Samsung Android | =14.0-smr-feb-2023-r1 | |
| Samsung Android | =14.0-smr-jan-2023-r1 | |
| Samsung Android | =14.0-smr-jul-2023-r1 | |
| Samsung Android | =14.0-smr-jun-2023-r1 | |
| Samsung Android | =14.0-smr-mar-2023-r1 | |
| Samsung Android | =14.0-smr-may-2023-r1 | |
| Samsung Android | =14.0-smr-nov-2022-r1 | |
| Samsung Android | =14.0-smr-nov-2023-r1 | |
| Samsung Android | =14.0-smr-oct-2022-r1 | |
| Samsung Android | =14.0-smr-oct-2023-r1 | |
| Samsung Android | =14.0-smr-sep-2023-r1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-42559?
CVE-2023-42559 is an improper exception management vulnerability in Knox Guard which allows Knox Guard lock bypass via changing system time.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-42559?
CVE-2023-42559 has a severity score of 5.2, which is classified as medium.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-42559?
CVE-2023-42559 affects Samsung Android versions 11.0 to 14.0 prior to SMR Dec-2023 Release 1.
How can I fix CVE-2023-42559?
To fix CVE-2023-42559, update your Samsung Android device to SMR Dec-2023 Release 1 or a later version.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-42559?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-42559 on the official Samsung Mobile Security Update page: [link](https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2023&month=12).
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