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2.4

Samsung DeX: Physical Attackers Can Access Recent Apps

CVE-2025-21046 · published 1 year ago
Summary

A security issue in Samsung DeX's WindowManager lets someone with physical access see the list of recently used apps. This could be a concern for companies that use Samsung DeX for remote work or sensitive tasks. Users should update to the latest Samsung DeX version as soon as possible to fix this issue.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
samsung android 13.0
14.0
15.0
cpe:2.3:o:samsung:android:13.0:-:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Improper access control in WindowManager in Samsung DeX prior to SMR Oct-2025 Release 1 allows physical attackers to temporarily access to recent app list.
Improper access control in WindowManager in Samsung DeX prior to SMR Oct-2025 Release 1 allows physical attackers to temporarily access to recent app list.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit
  • Gives an attacker partial control
Severity
2.4 Low
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Timeline
Published10 Oct 2025
Updated26 Oct 2026
First seen7 Mar 2026
Sources
CVE-2025-21046 · NVD
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