What is the severity of CVE-2024-20808?

CVE-2024-20808 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for local unauthorized access to sensitive data.

How do I fix CVE-2024-20808?

To fix CVE-2024-20808, users should update the Nearby Device Scanning application to version 11.1.14.7 or later.

Who is affected by CVE-2024-20808?

CVE-2024-20808 affects devices running Samsung's Nearby Device Scanning application versions prior to 11.1.14.7.

What kind of access does CVE-2024-20808 expose?

CVE-2024-20808 allows local attackers to access potentially sensitive data due to improper access control.

When was CVE-2024-20808 discovered?

CVE-2024-20808 was discovered in early 2024 and affects specific versions of the Nearby Device Scanning application.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2024-20808

medium

5.5

CWE

926

EPSS

0.042%

4/1/2024

10/1/2024

CVE-2024-20808

First published: Thu Jan 04 2024(Updated: )

Improper access control vulnerability in Nearby device scanning prior version 11.1.14.7 allows local attacker to access data.

Credit: mobile.security@samsung.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Samsung Nearby Device Scanning	<11.1.14.7

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https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2024&month=01

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-20808?
CVE-2024-20808 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for local unauthorized access to sensitive data.
How do I fix CVE-2024-20808?
To fix CVE-2024-20808, users should update the Nearby Device Scanning application to version 11.1.14.7 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-20808?
CVE-2024-20808 affects devices running Samsung's Nearby Device Scanning application versions prior to 11.1.14.7.
What kind of access does CVE-2024-20808 expose?
CVE-2024-20808 allows local attackers to access potentially sensitive data due to improper access control.
When was CVE-2024-20808 discovered?
CVE-2024-20808 was discovered in early 2024 and affects specific versions of the Nearby Device Scanning application.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-20808?
CVE-2024-20808 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for local unauthorized access to sensitive data.
How do I fix CVE-2024-20808?
To fix CVE-2024-20808, users should update the Nearby Device Scanning application to version 11.1.14.7 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-20808?
CVE-2024-20808 affects devices running Samsung's Nearby Device Scanning application versions prior to 11.1.14.7.
What kind of access does CVE-2024-20808 expose?
CVE-2024-20808 allows local attackers to access potentially sensitive data due to improper access control.
When was CVE-2024-20808 discovered?
CVE-2024-20808 was discovered in early 2024 and affects specific versions of the Nearby Device Scanning application.