CVE-2026-21004
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.18%
Last modified
CVE-2026-21004 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper authentication in Smart Switch prior to version 3.7.69.15 allows adjacent attackers to trigger a denial of service.. EPSS estimates a 0.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper authentication in Smart Switch prior to version 3.7.69.15 allows adjacent attackers to trigger a denial of service.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung | Smart Switch | < 3.7.69.15 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-21004?
Improper authentication in Smart Switch prior to version 3.7.69.15 allows adjacent attackers to trigger a denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2026-21004?
CVE-2026-21004 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-21004?
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.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
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