CVE-2025-20988
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.13%
Last modified
CVE-2025-20988 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Out-of-bounds read in fingerprint trustlet prior to SMR May-2025 Release 1 allows local privileged attackers to read out-of-bounds memory.. EPSS estimates a 0.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Out-of-bounds read in fingerprint trustlet prior to SMR May-2025 Release 1 allows local privileged attackers to read out-of-bounds memory.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung | Android | 13.0 | Smr-Apr-2022-R1 |
| Samsung | Android | 14.0 | Smr-Apr-2022-R1 |
| Samsung | Android | 15.0 | Smr-Apr-2025-R1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-20988?
Out-of-bounds read in fingerprint trustlet prior to SMR May-2025 Release 1 allows local privileged attackers to read out-of-bounds memory.
How severe is CVE-2025-20988?
CVE-2025-20988 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-20988?
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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