CVE-2026-20978

MediumCVSS 6.1/10Last modified Jun 17, 2026

Description

Improper authorization in KnoxGuardManager prior to SMR Feb-2026 Release 1 allows local attackers to bypass the persistence configuration of the application.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1 6.1/10CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:L

Affected software

VendorProductVersions
Samsung MobileSamsung Mobile Devices—

References

Timeline

Published
Feb 4, 2026
Last modified
Jun 17, 2026
NVD status
Analyzed

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CVE-2026-20978: Medium severity, CVSS 6.1 | Vulnix