Incorrect Authorization in Samsung Health Prior to 7.0.0

Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an incorrect authorization issue in Samsung Health software versions before 7.0.0. It allows local attackers to bypass intended access controls and access sensitive information stored or processed by the application.

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Detection Guidance

This vulnerability is specific to Samsung Health prior to version 7.0.0 and involves incorrect authorization allowing local access to sensitive information. Detection should focus on checking the installed version of Samsung Health on affected systems.

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Impact Analysis

If you use Samsung Health on a device with a vulnerable version, an attacker with local access to your device could steal personal health data, including fitness metrics, biometric information, or other sensitive details stored in the app.

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Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with data protection regulations such as GDPR or HIPAA by exposing protected health information. Organizations may face legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage if user data is compromised due to this flaw.

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Mitigation Strategies

Update Samsung Health to version 7.0.0 or later to address the incorrect authorization issue. Ensure all devices running Samsung Health are updated to prevent local attackers from accessing sensitive information.

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