CVE-2023-21466
Samsung Android PendingIntent Hijacking CertificatePolicy Vulnerability
Description
PendingIntent hijacking vulnerability in CertificatePolicy in framework prior to SMR Apr-2023 Release 1 allows local attackers to access contentProvider without proper permission.
INFO
Published Date :
Sept. 3, 2025, 6:15 a.m.
Last Modified :
Sept. 4, 2025, 3:36 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2023-21466
vulnerability.
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | [email protected] | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | MITRE-CVE |
Solution
- Apply the security updates released in SMR Apr-2023 Release 1.
- Ensure proper permission checks are implemented for content providers.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2023-21466.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2023&month=04 |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
Sep. 03, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CWE CWE-287 -
New CVE Received by [email protected]
Sep. 03, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description PendingIntent hijacking vulnerability in CertificatePolicy in framework prior to SMR Apr-2023 Release 1 allows local attackers to access contentProvider without proper permission. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L Added Reference https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2023&month=04