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MEDIUM · 4.9

CVE-2023-42559

Improper exception management vulnerability in Knox Guard prior to SMR Dec-2023 Release 1 allows Knox Guard lock bypass via changing system time.

Vulnerability Description

Improper exception management vulnerability in Knox Guard prior to SMR Dec-2023 Release 1 allows Knox Guard lock bypass via changing system time.

CVSS Score

4.9

MEDIUM

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

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
SamsungAndroid>= 11.0, < 14.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-755

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2023-42559?

CVE-2023-42559 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). Improper exception management vulnerability in Knox Guard prior to SMR Dec-2023 Release 1 allows Knox Guard lock bypass via changing system time.

How severe is CVE-2023-42559?

CVE-2023-42559 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2023-42559?

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