CVE-2022-33731

Name: CVE-2022-33731
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-08-05T16:15:14.087+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.09%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-33731 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper access control vulnerability in DesktopSystemUI prior to SMR Aug-2022 Release 1 allows attackers to enable and disable arbitrary components.. EPSS estimates a 0.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper access control vulnerability in DesktopSystemUI prior to SMR Aug-2022 Release 1 allows attackers to enable and disable arbitrary components.

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

0.09%

0.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-284

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	11.0
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-2022-33731?

Improper access control vulnerability in DesktopSystemUI prior to SMR Aug-2022 Release 1 allows attackers to enable and disable arbitrary components.

How severe is CVE-2022-33731?

CVE-2022-33731 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-33731?

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-2022-33731?

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Source: NVD / NIST