CVE-2023-21432

Name: CVE-2023-21432
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-02-09T19:15:15.74+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.15%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-21432 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper access control vulnerabilities in Smart Things prior to 1.7.93 allows to attacker to invite others without authorization of the owner.. EPSS estimates a 0.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper access control vulnerabilities in Smart Things prior to 1.7.93 allows to attacker to invite others without authorization of the owner.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.15%

5.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-285

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Samsung	Smart Things	< 1.7.93

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2023&month=01Vendor Advisory
https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2023&month=01Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 9, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-21432?

Improper access control vulnerabilities in Smart Things prior to 1.7.93 allows to attacker to invite others without authorization of the owner.

How severe is CVE-2023-21432?

CVE-2023-21432 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-21432?

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-2023-21432?

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Source: NVD / NIST