CVE-2023-21462

Name: CVE-2023-21462
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-03-16T21:15:12.597+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 0.16%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-21462 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. The sensitive information exposure vulnerability in Quick Share Agent prior to versions 3.5.14.18 in Android 12 and 3.5.16.20 in Android 13 allows to local attacker to access MAC address without related permission.. EPSS estimates a 0.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The sensitive information exposure vulnerability in Quick Share Agent prior to versions 3.5.14.18 in Android 12 and 3.5.16.20 in Android 13 allows to local attacker to access MAC address without related permission.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

3.3/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.16%

5.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-215

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Samsung	Quick Share	< 3.5.14.18
Samsung	Quick Share	< 3.5.16.20

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2023&month=03Vendor Advisory
https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2023&month=03Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 16, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-21462?

How severe is CVE-2023-21462?

CVE-2023-21462 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-21462?

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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Source: NVD / NIST