CVE-2023-42565

Name: CVE-2023-42565
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-12-05T03:15:16.553+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 6.7/10EPSS 0.23%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-42565 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.7/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper input validation vulnerability in Smart Clip prior to SMR Dec-2023 Release 1 allows local attackers with shell privilege to execute arbitrary code.. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper input validation vulnerability in Smart Clip prior to SMR Dec-2023 Release 1 allows local attackers with shell privilege to execute arbitrary code.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

6.7/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.23%

13.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Samsung	Android	>= 13.0, < 14.0
Samsung	Android	14.0

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2023&month=12Vendor Advisory
https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2023&month=12Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 5, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-42565?

Improper input validation vulnerability in Smart Clip prior to SMR Dec-2023 Release 1 allows local attackers with shell privilege to execute arbitrary code.

How severe is CVE-2023-42565?

CVE-2023-42565 has a CVSS score of 6.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-42565?

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-2023-42565?

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Source: NVD / NIST