Samsung Galaxy Store Improper Access Control Vulnerability Allowing Privilege Escalation

Vulnerability

A vulnerability in Samsung Galaxy Store prior to version 4.6.03.8 allows local attackers to create files with elevated privileges associated with the Galaxy Store. This issue arises from improper access control, which could be exploited to manipulate files in a way that leverages these privileges.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized file creation with Galaxy Store privileges, potentially allowing for further actions or manipulations within the context of the Galaxy Store.

Remediation

Users can update to Galaxy Store version 4.6.03.8 or later to address this vulnerability.

Added: Mar 16, 2026, 2:24 PM
Updated: Mar 16, 2026, 2:24 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
0.6
exploitability
3.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
4.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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