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MEDIUM · 4.5

CVE-2022-36840

DLL hijacking vulnerability in Samsung Update Setup prior to version 2.2.9.50 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Vulnerability Description

DLL hijacking vulnerability in Samsung Update Setup prior to version 2.2.9.50 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code.

CVSS Score

4.5

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
HIGH
Privileges Required
LOW
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
LOW
Integrity
LOW
Availability
LOW

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
SamsungUpdate< 2.2.9.50

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-427

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2022-36840?

CVE-2022-36840 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.5 (MEDIUM). DLL hijacking vulnerability in Samsung Update Setup prior to version 2.2.9.50 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code.

How severe is CVE-2022-36840?

CVE-2022-36840 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2022-36840?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Samsung Update.