App Installation Vulnerability in Samsung J5 Android Device
CVE-2019-15455

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Samsung
Status
Galaxy J5 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 November 2019

What is CVE-2019-15455?

A vulnerability in the Samsung J5 Android device allows pre-installed applications to perform unauthorized app installations through a specific component of the com.samsung.android.themecenter app, version 7.0.1.0. This app exposes its functionality to other pre-installed applications, enabling them to gain access through signatureOrSystem permissions. This security weakness can be exploited by any pre-installed app that meets the criteria, potentially leading to unwanted and malicious software installations on the device.

References

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