CVE-2020-25280
MEDIUMCVSS 6.8/10EPSS 0.16%
Last modified
CVE-2020-25280 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with Q(10.0) (Exynos and MediaTek chipsets) software. Unauthenticated attackers can execute LTE/5G commands by sending a debugging command over USB. EPSS estimates a 0.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with Q(10.0) (Exynos and MediaTek chipsets) software. Unauthenticated attackers can execute LTE/5G commands by sending a debugging command over USB. The Samsung ID is SVE-2020-16979 (September 2020).
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 10.0 |
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-2020-25280?
An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with Q(10.0) (Exynos and MediaTek chipsets) software. Unauthenticated attackers can execute LTE/5G commands by sending a debugging command over USB. The Samsung ID is SVE-2020-16979 (September 2020).
How severe is CVE-2020-25280?
CVE-2020-25280 has a CVSS score of 6.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-25280?
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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