CVE-2023-21474

Name: CVE-2023-21474
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2025-09-03T06:15:41.253+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.10%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-21474 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Intent redirection vulnerability in SecSettings prior to SMR Apr-2022 Release 1 allows attackers to access arbitrary file with system privilege.. EPSS estimates a 0.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Intent redirection vulnerability in SecSettings prior to SMR Apr-2022 Release 1 allows attackers to access arbitrary file with system privilege.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.1/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.10%

1.2th 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-2023-21474?

Intent redirection vulnerability in SecSettings prior to SMR Apr-2022 Release 1 allows attackers to access arbitrary file with system privilege.

How severe is CVE-2023-21474?

CVE-2023-21474 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-21474?

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-2023-21474?

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Source: NVD / NIST