Improper Access Control Vulnerability in SemClipboard by Samsung
CVE-2023-21471

4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Samsung
Status
Samsung Devices
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 September 2025

What is CVE-2023-21471?

An improper access control vulnerability exists in SemClipboard, affecting versions prior to the SMR April 2023 Release 1. This issue permits unauthorized attackers to read arbitrary files, potentially exposing sensitive information with system permissions. Addressing this vulnerability is crucial for maintaining system integrity and protecting user data from unauthorized access.

Affected Version(s)

Samsung Mobile Devices SMR Apr-2023 Release in Android 12, 13

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?ye...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2023-21471 : Improper Access Control Vulnerability in SemClipboard by Samsung