CVE-2023-21438

Name: CVE-2023-21438
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-02-09T19:15:16.227+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 2.4/10EPSS 0.23%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-21438 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 2.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper logic in HomeScreen prior to SMR Feb-2023 Release 1 allows physical attacker to access App preview protected by Secure Folder.. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper logic in HomeScreen prior to SMR Feb-2023 Release 1 allows physical attacker to access App preview protected by Secure Folder.

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

0.23%

13.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Samsung	Android	11.0
Samsung	Android	12.0

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2023&month=02Vendor Advisory
https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2023&month=02Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-21438?

Improper logic in HomeScreen prior to SMR Feb-2023 Release 1 allows physical attacker to access App preview protected by Secure Folder.

How severe is CVE-2023-21438?

CVE-2023-21438 has a CVSS score of 2.4/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-21438?

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-2023-21438?

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Source: NVD / NIST