CVE-2024-20816

HIGH

Published Feb 6, 2024 Modified Nov 21, 2024 CWE-287

Description

Improper authentication vulnerability in onCharacteristicWriteRequest in Auto Hotspot prior to SMR Feb-2024 Release 1 allows adjacent attackers connect to victim's mobile hotspot without user awareness.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

8.0

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-287 Improper Authentication

Affected Products

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samsung	android	All
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References

Advisories & Patches

https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2024&month=02 https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2024&month=02

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-20816? +

How severe is CVE-2024-20816? +

CVE-2024-20816 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 8.0 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-20816? +

CVE-2024-20816 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-2024-20816? +

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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