CVE-2022-28790

Name: CVE-2022-28790
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-05-03T20:15:09.63+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 0.20%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-28790 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper authentication in Link to Windows Service prior to version 2.3.04.1 allows attacker to lock the device. The patch adds proper caller signature check logic.. EPSS estimates a 0.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper authentication in Link to Windows Service prior to version 2.3.04.1 allows attacker to lock the device. The patch adds proper caller signature check logic.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

3.3/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.20%

9.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Samsung	Link To Windows Service	< 2.3.04.1

References

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

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-28790?

Improper authentication in Link to Windows Service prior to version 2.3.04.1 allows attacker to lock the device. The patch adds proper caller signature check logic.

How severe is CVE-2022-28790?

CVE-2022-28790 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-28790?

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-2022-28790?

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Source: NVD / NIST