CVE-2026-21079

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Missing Encryption of Sensitive Data in Smart Switch

Publication date: 2026-08-10

Last updated on: 2026-08-19

Assigner: Samsung Mobile

Description

Missing encryption of sensitive data in Smart Switch prior to version 3.7.72.6 allows adjacent attackers to intercept transmitted data.

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Published

2026-08-10

Last Modified

2026-08-19

Generated

2026-08-30

AI Q&A

2026-08-10

EPSS Evaluated

2026-08-29

NVD

CVE-2026-21079

EUVD

EUVD-2026-55104

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
samsung	smart_switch	to 3.7.72.6 (exc)

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-311	The product does not encrypt sensitive or critical information before storage or transmission.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves missing encryption of sensitive data in Smart Switch software versions before 3.7.72.6. An attacker within close proximity can intercept data transmitted between devices due to the lack of encryption.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability involves missing encryption of sensitive data in Smart Switch versions prior to 3.7.72.6. Detection requires checking if the software version is outdated and monitoring network traffic for unencrypted sensitive data transmission.

Impact Analysis

Attackers may capture sensitive information like passwords or personal data during transmission. This could lead to identity theft, unauthorized access to accounts, or exposure of confidential communications.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability likely violates data protection requirements under GDPR and HIPAA, which mandate encryption for sensitive data in transit. Non-compliance may result in legal penalties or fines.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Smart Switch to version 3.7.72.6 or later to ensure sensitive data is encrypted during transmission.

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