CVE-2025-20972

Name: CVE-2025-20972
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2025-05-07T09:15:17.683+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.11%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2025-20972 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper verification of intent by broadcast receiver in Samsung Flow prior to version 4.9.17.6 allows local attackers to modify Samsung Flow configuration.. EPSS estimates a 0.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper verification of intent by broadcast receiver in Samsung Flow prior to version 4.9.17.6 allows local attackers to modify Samsung Flow configuration.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

5.5/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.11%

1.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Samsung	Flow	< 4.9.17.6

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/serviceWeb.smsb?year=2025&month=05Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 7, 2025
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2025-20972?

Improper verification of intent by broadcast receiver in Samsung Flow prior to version 4.9.17.6 allows local attackers to modify Samsung Flow configuration.

How severe is CVE-2025-20972?

CVE-2025-20972 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2025-20972?

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-2025-20972?

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Source: NVD / NIST