Path Traversal Vulnerability in Samsung ShortcutService
CVE-2026-20982

6.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Samsung
Status
Samsung Devices
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 February 2026

What is CVE-2026-20982?

A path traversal vulnerability exists in Samsung's ShortcutService prior to the SMR Feb-2026 Release 1. This flaw allows a privileged local attacker to manipulate file paths, enabling them to create files with system privileges. Exploiting this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive system files, posing a significant risk to the integrity and confidentiality of data within affected systems.

Affected Version(s)

Samsung Mobile Devices SMR Feb-2026 Release in Android 14, 15, 16

References

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

CVSS V4

Score:
6.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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