CVE-2022-33706

Name: CVE-2022-33706
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-07-12T14:15:18.207+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 2.4/10EPSS 0.22%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-33706 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 2.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper access control vulnerability in Samsung Gallery prior to version 13.1.05.8 allows physical attackers to access the pictures using S Pen air gesture.. EPSS estimates a 0.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper access control vulnerability in Samsung Gallery prior to version 13.1.05.8 allows physical attackers to access the pictures using S Pen air gesture.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

2.4/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.22%

12.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-284

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Samsung	Samsung Gallery	< 13.1.05.8

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year==2022&month=07Vendor Advisory
https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year==2022&month=07Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 12, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-33706?

Improper access control vulnerability in Samsung Gallery prior to version 13.1.05.8 allows physical attackers to access the pictures using S Pen air gesture.

How severe is CVE-2022-33706?

CVE-2022-33706 has a CVSS score of 2.4/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-33706?

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-2022-33706?

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Source: NVD / NIST