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An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with N(7.x), O(8.x), and P(9.0) software that allows attackers to bypass Factory Reset Protection (FRP) via a SIM card by blocking the PUK code. The vulnerability was identified in October 2019 and assigned Samsung ID SVE-2019-15262 (Samsung Mobile, NVD).
The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS score of 2.1, indicating a relatively low severity level. The issue specifically involves the ability to bypass the Factory Reset Protection mechanism through manipulation of the SIM card's PUK code blocking feature (CISA).
When successfully exploited, this vulnerability allows attackers to bypass the Factory Reset Protection (FRP) security feature on affected Samsung mobile devices. FRP is a security measure designed to prevent unauthorized factory resets, and its bypass could potentially allow unauthorized access to the device (NVD).
Samsung has addressed this vulnerability through security updates. Users of affected devices should ensure their devices are updated with the latest security patches to prevent exploitation (Samsung Mobile).
Source: This report was generated using AI
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