CVE-2026-21005: Path Traversal
Published Mar 16, 2026
·Updated
Path traversal in Smart Switch prior to version 3.7.69.15 allows adjacent attackers to overwrite arbitrary files with Smart Switch privilege.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Samsung Smart Switch<3.7.69.15
Samsung Smart Switch<3.7.69.15
Event History
Mar 16, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:35 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:35 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:18 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-21005?
CVE-2026-21005 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow attackers to overwrite arbitrary files.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-21005?
To fix CVE-2026-21005, users should upgrade Smart Switch to version 3.7.69.15 or later.
3
What type of attack does CVE-2026-21005 facilitate?
CVE-2026-21005 facilitates path traversal attacks that enable attackers to overwrite files.
4
Who is affected by CVE-2026-21005?
CVE-2026-21005 affects users of Samsung Smart Switch versions prior to 3.7.69.15.
5
Can CVE-2026-21005 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2026-21005 can potentially be exploited by adjacent attackers, implying some level of physical proximity to the device.