CVE-2018-21060 : What You Need to Know

A problem was found on Samsung smartphones running N(7.x) and O(8.x) software versions. Learn more about the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps related to this CVE.

Understanding CVE-2018-21060

This CVE affects Samsung smartphones with specific software versions, potentially leaking learned words from the keyboard when the device is locked.

What is CVE-2018-21060?

CVE-2018-21060 is a vulnerability identified on Samsung smartphones running N(7.x) and O(8.x) software versions. It involves a leakage of learned words from the keyboard through the emergency contact picker.

The Impact of CVE-2018-21060

Vulnerability affects Samsung devices with specific software versions
Potential leakage of learned words when the device is locked

Technical Details of CVE-2018-21060

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with N(7.x) and O(8.x) software. There is a Keyboard learned words leak in the locked state.

Affected Systems and Versions

Samsung smartphones running N(7.x) and O(8.x) software versions

Exploitation Mechanism

The leakage of learned words occurs through the emergency contact picker when the device is locked.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your device from the CVE-2018-21060 vulnerability with these steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Regularly update your Samsung device to the latest software version
Avoid using the emergency contact picker when the device is locked

Long-Term Security Practices

Be cautious while entering sensitive information on your device
Enable additional security features on your Samsung smartphone

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates from Samsung
Apply patches promptly to address known vulnerabilities