CVE-2022-36840

Name: CVE-2022-36840
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-08-05T16:15:15.603+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.18%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-36840 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. DLL hijacking vulnerability in Samsung Update Setup prior to version 2.2.9.50 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code.. EPSS estimates a 0.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

DLL hijacking vulnerability in Samsung Update Setup prior to version 2.2.9.50 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.18%

7.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Samsung	Update	< 2.2.9.50

References

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

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-36840?

DLL hijacking vulnerability in Samsung Update Setup prior to version 2.2.9.50 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code.

How severe is CVE-2022-36840?

CVE-2022-36840 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-36840?

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-2022-36840?

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Source: NVD / NIST