CVE-2025-21047: Medium severity Samsung KnoxGuard vulnerability
Improper access control in KnoxGuard prior to SMR Oct-2025 Release 1 allows physical attackers to use the privileged APIs.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
KnoxGuardto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in SMR Oct-2025 Release 1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-21047?
CVE-2025-21047 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for allowing unauthorized access through privileged APIs.
How do I fix CVE-2025-21047?
To fix CVE-2025-21047, update to the latest version of Samsung KnoxGuard as of SMR Oct-2025 Release 1.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-21047?
CVE-2025-21047 affects users of Samsung KnoxGuard prior to SMR Oct-2025 Release 1.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2025-21047?
The risks associated with CVE-2025-21047 include potential physical attacks exploiting improper access controls to gain unauthorized access.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-21047?
There is no specific workaround for CVE-2025-21047; the only effective mitigation is to update the affected software.