CVE-2022-33720

Name: CVE-2022-33720
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-08-05T16:15:13.44+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 2.4/10EPSS 0.13%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-33720 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 2.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper authentication vulnerability in AppLock prior to SMR Aug-2022 Release 1 allows physical attacker to access Chrome locked by AppLock via new tap shortcut.. EPSS estimates a 0.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper authentication vulnerability in AppLock prior to SMR Aug-2022 Release 1 allows physical attacker to access Chrome locked by AppLock via new tap shortcut.

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

0.13%

3.1th 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

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2022&month=08Vendor Advisory
https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2022&month=08Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 5, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-33720?

Improper authentication vulnerability in AppLock prior to SMR Aug-2022 Release 1 allows physical attacker to access Chrome locked by AppLock via new tap shortcut.

How severe is CVE-2022-33720?

CVE-2022-33720 has a CVSS score of 2.4/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-33720?

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