CVE-2019-15453 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2019-15453 affecting Samsung J4 Android devices. Discover how pre-installed apps can perform unauthorized installations. Find mitigation steps here.
The Samsung J4 Android device is affected by a vulnerability that allows pre-installed applications to carry out app installations through an accessible application component.
Understanding CVE-2019-15453
This CVE identifies a security issue in the Samsung J4 Android device that enables unauthorized app installations.
What is CVE-2019-15453?
The Samsung J4 Android device, specifically the samsung/j4lteub/j4lte:8.0.0/R16NW/J400MUBS2ASC2:user/release-keys build fingerprint, contains a pre-installed application named com.samsung.android.themecenter app (versionCode=7000000, versionName=7.0.0.0). This app allows other pre-installed applications to perform app installations through an accessible application component.
The Impact of CVE-2019-15453
The vulnerability enables any pre-installed app on the device to access the functionality and carry out app installations without proper authorization.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-15453
This section provides more in-depth technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The Samsung J4 Android device with the specified build fingerprint contains a pre-installed app that facilitates unauthorized app installations by other pre-installed apps.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Not applicable
- Vendor: Not applicable
- Versions: Not applicable
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability allows any pre-installed app on the device to acquire the necessary permissions from other pre-installed apps to carry out unauthorized app installations.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting your device and data from this vulnerability is crucial.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Regularly monitor app installations on your device.
- Be cautious of granting permissions to apps.
- Consider using security apps to detect unauthorized activities.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Keep your device updated with the latest security patches.
- Avoid downloading apps from untrusted sources.
- Review app permissions before installation.
Patching and Updates
Ensure your Samsung J4 Android device is updated with the latest firmware and security patches to mitigate the vulnerability.