CVE-2026-21001: Path Traversal
Published Mar 16, 2026
·Updated
Path traversal in Galaxy Store prior to version 4.6.03.8 allows local attacker to create file with Galaxy Store privilege.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Samsung Galaxy Store<4.6.03.8
Samsung Galaxy Store<4.6.03.8
Event History
Mar 16, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:32 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:32 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:18 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-21001?
CVE-2026-21001 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential exploitation by local attackers.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-21001?
To fix CVE-2026-21001, update the Galaxy Store to version 4.6.03.8 or later.
3
What type of attack does CVE-2026-21001 allow?
CVE-2026-21001 allows a local attacker to perform a path traversal attack, potentially creating files with elevated privileges.
4
Which versions of Galaxy Store are affected by CVE-2026-21001?
CVE-2026-21001 affects all versions of the Galaxy Store prior to 4.6.03.8.
5
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2026-21001?
Exploiting CVE-2026-21001 can lead to unauthorized file creation with Galaxy Store privileges, compromising user data.