Improper Authorization in Samsung Mobile Settings
CVE-2026-20992

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Samsung
Status
Samsung Devices
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 March 2026

What is CVE-2026-20992?

A security flaw in Samsung Mobile Settings allows local attackers to bypass certain authorizations, enabling them to alter the application's configuration related to background data usage. This vulnerability affects devices running versions before the March 2026 security maintenance release, potentially compromising user control over network data consumption.

Affected Version(s)

Samsung Mobile Devices SMR Mar-2026 Release in Android 13, 14, 15, 16

References

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

CVSS V4

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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