Unauthorized App Installation via Pre-Installed Samsung Application
CVE-2019-15437

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Samsung
Status
Galaxy Xcover4 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 November 2019

What is CVE-2019-15437?

The Samsung XCover4, with specific build fingerprints, contains a pre-installed app that allows other apps on the device to perform unauthorized installations. This vulnerability arises from the accessibility of an app component, enabling any pre-installed application with the necessary permissions to exploit this capability. This can lead to potential security risks as it allows for manipulation of app installations without user consent.

References

https://www.kryptowire.com/android-firmware-2019/
x_refsource_MISC

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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