CVE-2023-21469

Name: CVE-2023-21469
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2025-09-03T06:15:39.7+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 0.11%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-21469 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper access control vulnerability in SLocation prior to SMR Apr-2022 Release 1 allows local attackers to get device location information using com.samsung.android.wifi.GEOFENCE action.. EPSS estimates a 0.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper access control vulnerability in SLocation prior to SMR Apr-2022 Release 1 allows local attackers to get device location information using com.samsung.android.wifi.GEOFENCE action.

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

0.11%

1.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Samsung	Android	11.0
Samsung	Android	12.0
Samsung	Android	13.0

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2023&month=04Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 3, 2025
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-21469?

Improper access control vulnerability in SLocation prior to SMR Apr-2022 Release 1 allows local attackers to get device location information using com.samsung.android.wifi.GEOFENCE action.

How severe is CVE-2023-21469?

CVE-2023-21469 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-21469?

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