CVE-2025-20998

CVE-2025-20998 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Samsung Wear Os with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Improper access control in SamsungAccount for Galaxy Watch prior to SMR Jul-2025 Release 1 allows local attackers to access phone number.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-20998?
Improper access control in SamsungAccount for Galaxy Watch prior to SMR Jul-2025 Release 1 allows local attackers to access phone number.
How severe is CVE-2025-20998?
CVE-2025-20998 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2025-20998 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (2nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2025-20998?
CVE-2025-20998 affects Samsung Wear Os. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2025-20998?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2025-20998 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2025-20998 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2025-20450.
When was CVE-2025-20998 published?
CVE-2025-20998 was published on 2025-07-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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