CVE-2019-12087

Name: CVE-2019-12087
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-05-14T03:29:05.52+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.39%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2019-12087 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Samsung S9+, S10, and XCover 4 P(9.0) devices can become temporarily inoperable because of an unprotected intent in the ContainerAgent application. For example, the victim becomes stuck in a launcher with their Secure Folder locked. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Samsung S9+, S10, and XCover 4 P(9.0) devices can become temporarily inoperable because of an unprotected intent in the ContainerAgent application. For example, the victim becomes stuck in a launcher with their Secure Folder locked. NOTE: the researcher mentions "the Samsung Security Team considered this issue as no/little security impact.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.39%

31.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-399

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Samsung	S9\+ Firmware	All versions
Samsung	S10 Firmware	All versions
Samsung	Xcover 4 Firmware	All versions

References

https://github.com/fs0c131y/SamsungLockerExploit, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/fs0c131y/SamsungLockerExploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 14, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-12087?

How severe is CVE-2019-12087?

Severity scoring for CVE-2019-12087 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2019-12087?

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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Source: NVD / NIST