CVE-2024-20840

Name: CVE-2024-20840
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-03-05T05:15:12.363+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 2.4/10EPSS 0.23%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-20840 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 2.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper access control in Samsung Voice Recorder prior to versions 21.5.16.01 in Android 12 and Android 13, 21.4.51.02 in Android 14 allows physical attackers using hardware keyboard to use VoiceRecorder on the lock screen.. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper access control in Samsung Voice Recorder prior to versions 21.5.16.01 in Android 12 and Android 13, 21.4.51.02 in Android 14 allows physical attackers using hardware keyboard to use VoiceRecorder on the lock screen.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

2.4/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.23%

13.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Samsung	Voice Recorder	< 21.5.16.01
Samsung	Voice Recorder	< 21.4.51.02

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2024&month=03Vendor Advisory
https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2024&month=03Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 5, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-20840?

How severe is CVE-2024-20840?

CVE-2024-20840 has a CVSS score of 2.4/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-20840?

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