CVE-2019-17668
MEDIUMCVSS 6.8/10EPSS 0.40%
Last modified
CVE-2019-17668 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Samsung Galaxy S10 and Note10 devices allow unlock operations via unregistered fingerprints in certain situations involving a third-party screen protector.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Samsung Galaxy S10 and Note10 devices allow unlock operations via unregistered fingerprints in certain situations involving a third-party screen protector.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung | Galaxy S10 Firmware | All versions |
| Samsung | Note 10 Firmware | All versions |
References
- https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=21280205Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.engadget.com/2019/10/17/samsung-patch-fingerprint-reader/Press/Media Coverage, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.forbes.com/sites/gordonkelly/2019/10/15/samsung-galaxy-s10-note10-plus-fingerprint-reader-warning-upgrade-galaxy-s11Press/Media Coverage, Third Party Advisory
- https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=21280205Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.engadget.com/2019/10/17/samsung-patch-fingerprint-reader/Press/Media Coverage, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.forbes.com/sites/gordonkelly/2019/10/15/samsung-galaxy-s10-note10-plus-fingerprint-reader-warning-upgrade-galaxy-s11Press/Media Coverage, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-17668?
Samsung Galaxy S10 and Note10 devices allow unlock operations via unregistered fingerprints in certain situations involving a third-party screen protector.
How severe is CVE-2019-17668?
CVE-2019-17668 has a CVSS score of 6.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-17668?
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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