CVE-2022-33730

Name: CVE-2022-33730
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-08-05T16:15:14.027+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 6.8/10EPSS 0.16%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-33730 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Samsung Dex for PC prior to SMR Aug-2022 Release 1 allows arbitrary code execution by physical attackers.. EPSS estimates a 0.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Samsung Dex for PC prior to SMR Aug-2022 Release 1 allows arbitrary code execution by physical attackers.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

6.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.16%

5.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	12.0

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-2022-33730?

Heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Samsung Dex for PC prior to SMR Aug-2022 Release 1 allows arbitrary code execution by physical attackers.

How severe is CVE-2022-33730?

CVE-2022-33730 has a CVSS score of 6.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-33730?

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-2022-33730?

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Source: NVD / NIST