Improper Privilege Management in ThemeManager by Samsung
CVE-2025-21028

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Samsung
Status
Samsung Devices
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 September 2025

What is CVE-2025-21028?

The ThemeManager software from Samsung contains a flaw that permits local attackers to exploit improper privilege management. This vulnerability can enable malicious users to reuse trial items, compromising the integrity and security of the affected system. It is essential for users to update to the latest version, SMR Sep-2025 Release 1, to mitigate these risks.

Affected Version(s)

Samsung Mobile Devices SMR Sep-2025 Release in Android 15, 16

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2025-21028 : Improper Privilege Management in ThemeManager by Samsung