CVE-2024-34675
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

CVE-2024-34675 is a security vulnerability discovered in Samsung's Dex Mode feature. The vulnerability was reported on June 3, 2024, and affects Android 14 devices. It was identified as an improper access control issue that could potentially compromise system security (Samsung Mobile).

Technical details

The vulnerability is classified with a CVSS v3.1 base score of 4.6 (MEDIUM) by NIST with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N, while Samsung Mobile assessed it with a lower score of 2.4 (LOW) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N. The vulnerability requires physical access to exploit and does not require user interaction or privileges (NVD).

Impact

The vulnerability allows physical attackers to temporarily access the unlocked screen of affected devices. This could potentially lead to unauthorized access to user data during the exploitation window (Samsung Mobile).

Mitigation and workarounds

Samsung has addressed this vulnerability in the SMR Nov-2024 Release 1 security update by adding proper status check mechanisms. Users are advised to update their devices to this version or later to protect against this vulnerability (Samsung Mobile).

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