CVE-2026-20969

CVE-2026-20969 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Samsung Android 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 input validation in SecSettings prior to SMR Jan-2026 Release 1 allows local attacker to access file with system privilege. User interaction is required for triggering this vulnerability.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-20969?
Improper input validation in SecSettings prior to SMR Jan-2026 Release 1 allows local attacker to access file with system privilege. User interaction is required for triggering this vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2026-20969?
CVE-2026-20969 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2026-20969 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (14th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-20969?
CVE-2026-20969 primarily affects Samsung Android. In total, 116 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-20969?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2026-20969 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2026-20969 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-1796.
When was CVE-2026-20969 published?
CVE-2026-20969 was published on 2026-01-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (116)

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