CVE-2026-20998
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Authentication Bypass in Samsung Smart Switch Before

Publication date: 2026-03-16

Last updated on: 2026-03-31

Assigner: Samsung Mobile

Description
Improper authentication in Smart Switch prior to version 3.7.69.15 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication.
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Published
2026-03-16
Last Modified
2026-03-31
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-03-16
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-20998
EUVD
EUVD-2026-12313
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Vendor Product Version / Range
samsung smart_switch to 3.7.69.15 (exc)
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CWE-UNKNOWN
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an improper authentication issue in Samsung's Smart Switch software versions prior to 3.7.69.15. It allows remote attackers to bypass the authentication mechanism, meaning they can gain unauthorized access without providing valid credentials.

Impact Analysis

Because attackers can bypass authentication remotely, they may gain unauthorized access to the affected system or data. This can lead to potential data breaches, unauthorized data manipulation, or other malicious activities depending on what the Smart Switch software controls or accesses.

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