CVE-2022-28542

Name: CVE-2022-28542
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-04-11T20:15:23.533+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.26%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-28542 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper sanitization of incoming intent in Galaxy Store prior to version 4.5.40.5 allows local attackers to access privileged content providers as Galaxy Store permission.. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper sanitization of incoming intent in Galaxy Store prior to version 4.5.40.5 allows local attackers to access privileged content providers as Galaxy Store permission.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

5.5/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.26%

17.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Samsung	Galaxy Store	< 4.5.40.5

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2022&month=4Vendor Advisory
https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2022&month=4Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 11, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-28542?

Improper sanitization of incoming intent in Galaxy Store prior to version 4.5.40.5 allows local attackers to access privileged content providers as Galaxy Store permission.

How severe is CVE-2022-28542?

CVE-2022-28542 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-28542?

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-2022-28542?

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Source: NVD / NIST