Arbitrary Directory Modification Vulnerability in Samsung Kies
CVE-2012-3809

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Samsung
Status
Kies
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 January 2020

Summary

The vulnerability present in Samsung Kies prior to version 2.5.0.12094_27_11 allows for arbitrary modification of directories. An attacker could exploit this flaw to manipulate the file system, potentially leading to unauthorized access or modification of sensitive data. Users are advised to update their Samsung Kies software to the latest version to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

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-2012-3809
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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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