CVE-2024-20855

LOW

Published May 7, 2024 Modified Feb 7, 2025

Description

Improper access control vulnerability in multitasking framework prior to SMR May-2024 Release 1 allows physical attackers to access unlocked screen for a while.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

2.4

LOW

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

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All
samsung	android	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2024&month=05 https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2024&month=05

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-20855? +

Improper access control vulnerability in multitasking framework prior to SMR May-2024 Release 1 allows physical attackers to access unlocked screen for a while. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 2.4 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2024-20855? +

CVE-2024-20855 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 2.4 out of 10, rated LOW. This is a low-severity vulnerability with limited impact.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-20855? +

CVE-2024-20855 affects products from samsung, specifically: android. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-20855? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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Quick Facts

CVSS Score: 2.4
Severity: LOW
Published: May 7, 2024

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