Arbitrary File Modification in Samsung Kies Software by Samsung
CVE-2012-3808

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Samsung
Status
Kies
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 January 2020

Summary

The Samsung Kies software, a tool used for device management, is susceptible to a vulnerability that allows arbitrary file modification. This presents potential risks where unauthorized changes could be made to files on the system. Specifically, versions of Samsung Kies prior to 2.5.0.12094_27_11 are impacted, allowing malicious actors to exploit this weakness. Users of affected versions should consider upgrading their software to mitigate this risk.

References

https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55936
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https://www.tenable.com/plugins/nessus/65612
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https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/cve/CVE-2012-3808
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EPSS Score

22% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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