Samsung Galaxy Watch Improper Access Control in ScreenCapture Allowing Local Screenshot Capture

Vulnerability

A vulnerability exists in the ScreenCapture feature for Galaxy Watch devices running Android Watch prior to the SMR June 2025 Release 1. This vulnerability allows local attackers to capture screenshots due to improper access control. The issue has been addressed in the SMR June 2025 Release 1 update.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows for unauthorized screenshot capture on affected Galaxy Watch devices.

Remediation

Users can update their devices to the Samsung Security Maintenance Release (SMR) June 2025 Release 1 to address this vulnerability.

Added: Sep 1, 2025, 7:22 PM
Updated: Sep 1, 2025, 7:22 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
7.8
impact
0.0
exploitability
3.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.1
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.8

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