CVE-2021-25524

Name: CVE-2021-25524
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-12-08T15:15:08.76+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 0.22%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-25524 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Insecure storage of device information in Contacts prior to version 12.7.05.24 allows attacker to get Samsung Account ID.. EPSS estimates a 0.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Insecure storage of device information in Contacts prior to version 12.7.05.24 allows attacker to get Samsung Account ID.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

3.3/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N

EPSS Probability

0.22%

12.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Samsung	Contacts	< 12.7.05.24

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2021&month=12Vendor Advisory
https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2021&month=12Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 8, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-25524?

Insecure storage of device information in Contacts prior to version 12.7.05.24 allows attacker to get Samsung Account ID.

How severe is CVE-2021-25524?

CVE-2021-25524 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-25524?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2021-25524?

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Source: NVD / NIST