CVE-2018-21068
MEDIUMCVSS 6.2/10EPSS 0.15%
Last modified
CVE-2018-21068 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.2/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with O(8.0) software. Execution of an application in a locked Secure Folder can occur without a password via a split screen. EPSS estimates a 0.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with O(8.0) software. Execution of an application in a locked Secure Folder can occur without a password via a split screen. The Samsung ID is SVE-2018-11669 (July 2018).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 8.0 |
References
- https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsbVendor Advisory
- https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsbVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-21068?
An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with O(8.0) software. Execution of an application in a locked Secure Folder can occur without a password via a split screen. The Samsung ID is SVE-2018-11669 (July 2018).
How severe is CVE-2018-21068?
CVE-2018-21068 has a CVSS score of 6.2/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-21068?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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