Vulnerability Description
Samsung KNOX 1.0 uses a weak eCryptFS Key generation algorithm, which makes it easier for local users to obtain sensitive information by leveraging knowledge of the TIMA key and a brute-force attack.
CVSS Score
4.7
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung | Knox | <= 1.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.openwall.net/bugtraq/2016/01/17/2Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/135303/Samsung-KNOX-1.0-Weak-eCryptFS-Key-GExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/537319/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/537340/100/0/threaded
- http://lists.openwall.net/bugtraq/2016/01/17/2Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/135303/Samsung-KNOX-1.0-Weak-eCryptFS-Key-GExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/537319/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/537340/100/0/threaded
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-1919?
CVE-2016-1919 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.7 (MEDIUM). Samsung KNOX 1.0 uses a weak eCryptFS Key generation algorithm, which makes it easier for local users to obtain sensitive information by leveraging knowledge of the TIMA key and a brute-force attack.
How severe is CVE-2016-1919?
CVE-2016-1919 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-1919?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Samsung Knox.