CVE-2023-21459
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.27%
Last modified
CVE-2023-21459 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free vulnerability in decon driver prior to SMR Mar-2023 Release 1 allows attackers to cause memory access fault.. EPSS estimates a 0.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use after free vulnerability in decon driver prior to SMR Mar-2023 Release 1 allows attackers to cause memory access fault.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung | Android | 11.0 | Smr-Apr-2021-R1 |
| Samsung | Android | 12.0 | Smr-Apr-2022-R1 |
| Samsung | Android | 13.0 | Smr-Dec-2022-R1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-21459?
Use after free vulnerability in decon driver prior to SMR Mar-2023 Release 1 allows attackers to cause memory access fault.
How severe is CVE-2023-21459?
CVE-2023-21459 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-21459?
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.
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