CVE-2024-34638

Name: CVE-2024-34638
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-09-04T06:15:11.767+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.14%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-34638 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper handling of exceptional conditions in ThemeCenter prior to SMR Sep-2024 Release 1 allows local attackers to delete non-preloaded applications.. EPSS estimates a 0.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper handling of exceptional conditions in ThemeCenter prior to SMR Sep-2024 Release 1 allows local attackers to delete non-preloaded applications.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.1/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.14%

3.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-755

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Samsung	Android	12.0	—
Samsung	Android	13.0	—
Samsung	Android	14.0	Smr-Apr-2024-R1

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2024&month=09Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 4, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-34638?

Improper handling of exceptional conditions in ThemeCenter prior to SMR Sep-2024 Release 1 allows local attackers to delete non-preloaded applications.

How severe is CVE-2024-34638?

CVE-2024-34638 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-34638?

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-2024-34638?

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Source: NVD / NIST