CVE-2025-21046

Name: CVE-2025-21046
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2025-10-10T07:15:39.713+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 2.4/10EPSS 0.14%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2025-21046 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 2.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper access control in WindowManager in Samsung DeX prior to SMR Oct-2025 Release 1 allows physical attackers to temporarily access to recent app list.. EPSS estimates a 0.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper access control in WindowManager in Samsung DeX prior to SMR Oct-2025 Release 1 allows physical attackers to temporarily access to recent app list.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

2.4/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.14%

4.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Samsung	Android	13.0
Samsung	Android	14.0
Samsung	Android	15.0

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2025&month=10Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 10, 2025
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2025-21046?

Improper access control in WindowManager in Samsung DeX prior to SMR Oct-2025 Release 1 allows physical attackers to temporarily access to recent app list.

How severe is CVE-2025-21046?

CVE-2025-21046 has a CVSS score of 2.4/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2025-21046?

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-2025-21046?

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Source: NVD / NIST