Improper Access Control Vulnerability in HDCP Trustlet by Samsung
CVE-2025-20936

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Samsung
Status
Samsung Devices
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 April 2025

Summary

The vulnerability in the HDCP Trustlet involves improper access control, enabling local attackers with shell privileges to elevate their privileges to root. This security flaw can potentially allow unauthorized users to gain escalated access, compromising system integrity and user data. It's crucial for users to apply the latest updates to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Samsung Mobile Devices SMR Apr-2025 Release in Select Android 13, 14, 15 devices

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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