CVE-2022-28783

Name: CVE-2022-28783
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-05-03T20:15:09.237+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.10%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-28783 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper validation of removing package name in Galaxy Themes prior to SMR May-2022 Release 1 allows attackers to uninstall arbitrary packages without permission. The patch adds proper validation logic for removing package name.. EPSS estimates a 0.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper validation of removing package name in Galaxy Themes prior to SMR May-2022 Release 1 allows attackers to uninstall arbitrary packages without permission. The patch adds proper validation logic for removing package name.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.1/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.10%

0.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	10.0
Google	Android	11.0
Google	Android	12.0

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2022&month=5Vendor Advisory
https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2022&month=5Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 3, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-28783?

How severe is CVE-2022-28783?

CVE-2022-28783 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-28783?

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