What is the severity of CVE-2024-20838?

CVE-2024-20838 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local attackers to execute arbitrary code.

How do I fix CVE-2024-20838?

To fix CVE-2024-20838, update Samsung Internet to version 24.0.3.2 or later.

Who is affected by CVE-2024-20838?

CVE-2024-20838 affects all users of Samsung Internet versions prior to 24.0.3.2.

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2024-20838?

CVE-2024-20838 can be exploited by local attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected device.

What does improper validation mean in the context of CVE-2024-20838?

In the context of CVE-2024-20838, improper validation refers to the lack of sufficient checks on input data, allowing unauthorized actions.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2024-20838

high

7.8

CWE

284

5/3/2024

23/12/2024

CVE-2024-20838

First published: Tue Mar 05 2024(Updated: )

Improper validation vulnerability in Samsung Internet prior to version 24.0.3.2 allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Credit: mobile.security@samsung.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Samsung Internet	<24.0.3.2

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https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2024&month=03

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-20838?
CVE-2024-20838 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2024-20838?
To fix CVE-2024-20838, update Samsung Internet to version 24.0.3.2 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-20838?
CVE-2024-20838 affects all users of Samsung Internet versions prior to 24.0.3.2.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2024-20838?
CVE-2024-20838 can be exploited by local attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected device.
What does improper validation mean in the context of CVE-2024-20838?
In the context of CVE-2024-20838, improper validation refers to the lack of sufficient checks on input data, allowing unauthorized actions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-20838?
CVE-2024-20838 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2024-20838?
To fix CVE-2024-20838, update Samsung Internet to version 24.0.3.2 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-20838?
CVE-2024-20838 affects all users of Samsung Internet versions prior to 24.0.3.2.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2024-20838?
CVE-2024-20838 can be exploited by local attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected device.
What does improper validation mean in the context of CVE-2024-20838?
In the context of CVE-2024-20838, improper validation refers to the lack of sufficient checks on input data, allowing unauthorized actions.