Improper Export of Android Application Components in Samsung Contacts by Samsung
CVE-2026-21059

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Samsung
Status
Samsung Devices
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-21059?

An improper export of application components in Samsung Contacts prior to the SMR Aug-2026 Release 1 creates a significant risk for local attackers. This vulnerability enables malicious actors to exploit the privileges associated with Samsung Contacts, allowing them to delete files. This poses a serious threat to user data integrity and underscores the importance of timely updates and security measures.

Affected Version(s)

Samsung Mobile Devices SMR Aug-2026 Release in Android 16

References

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

CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
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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