CVE-2023-42570

Name: CVE-2023-42570
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-12-05T03:15:17.403+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 0.20%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-42570 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper access control vulnerability in KnoxCustomManagerService prior to SMR Dec-2023 Release 1 allows attacker to access device SIM PIN.. EPSS estimates a 0.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper access control vulnerability in KnoxCustomManagerService prior to SMR Dec-2023 Release 1 allows attacker to access device SIM PIN.

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

0.20%

10.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Samsung	Android	>= 11.0, < 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-2023-42570?

Improper access control vulnerability in KnoxCustomManagerService prior to SMR Dec-2023 Release 1 allows attacker to access device SIM PIN.

How severe is CVE-2023-42570?

CVE-2023-42570 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-42570?

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-2023-42570?

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Source: NVD / NIST