CVE-2025-20989
MEDIUMCVSS 5.2/10EPSS 0.12%
Last modified
CVE-2025-20989 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.2/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper logging in fingerprint trustlet prior to SMR May-2025 Release 1 allows local privileged attackers to get a hmac_key.. EPSS estimates a 0.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper logging in fingerprint trustlet prior to SMR May-2025 Release 1 allows local privileged attackers to get a hmac_key.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:L
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-2025-20989?
Improper logging in fingerprint trustlet prior to SMR May-2025 Release 1 allows local privileged attackers to get a hmac_key.
How severe is CVE-2025-20989?
CVE-2025-20989 has a CVSS score of 5.2/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-20989?
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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