Samsung KnoxGuardManager Improper Authorization Vulnerability Allowing Configuration Bypass

Vulnerability

A vulnerability in KnoxGuardManager prior to the February 2026 Security Maintenance Release allows local attackers to bypass the application's persistence configuration. This issue arises from improper authorization, which could enable manipulation of the application's behavior.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows local attackers to interfere with the persistence configuration of KnoxGuardManager, potentially disrupting its intended functionality.

Remediation

Users can apply the February 2026 Security Maintenance Release, which includes the necessary patch for this vulnerability.

Added: Feb 4, 2026, 7:25 AM
Updated: Feb 4, 2026, 7:25 AM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
0.0
impact
2.5
exploitability
3.3
remediation
0.0
relevance
2.5
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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