Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Samsung Mobile Devices
CVE-2020-25279

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 September 2020

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2020-25279?

A buffer overflow vulnerability was identified in Samsung mobile devices utilizing Exynos chipsets, particularly impacting software versions O(8.x), P(9.0), and Q(10.0). This exploit arises from an abnormal SETUP message sent to the baseband component, which could allow for the execution of arbitrary code on the device. Proper vigilance and security updates are essential to mitigate potential threats associated with this vulnerability.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

Firmware-analysis
Created by Gimminse

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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