CVE-2026-20969 — MEDIUM (5.5)

Vulnerability Description

Improper input validation in SecSettings prior to SMR Jan-2026 Release 1 allows local attacker to access file with system privilege. User interaction is required for triggering this vulnerability.

CVSS Score

5.5

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

NONE

Availability

NONE

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Samsung	Android	13.0

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2026&month=01Vendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-20969?

CVE-2026-20969 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). Improper input validation in SecSettings prior to SMR Jan-2026 Release 1 allows local attacker to access file with system privilege. User interaction is required for triggering this vulnerability.

How severe is CVE-2026-20969?

CVE-2026-20969 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-20969?

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