Improper input validation in Samsung Contacts prior to SMR Aug-2026 Release 1 allows physical attackers to access data across multiple user profiles. (CVE-2026-21060)
An improper input validation vulnerability exists in Samsung Contacts prior to SMR Aug-2026 Release 1. This flaw allows physical attackers to access data across multiple user profiles on the affected device. The vulnerability does not require user interaction or privileges and has a medium severity rating. No known exploits are reported in the wild. No patch information is currently provided.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-21060 is an input validation vulnerability in Samsung Contacts versions prior to SMR Aug-2026 Release 1. It permits physical attackers to bypass user profile data isolation, potentially accessing data across multiple profiles on the device. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 vector indicating physical attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges or user interaction required, and high impact on confidentiality and security controls. No vendor advisory or patch details are available at this time.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows unauthorized physical attackers to access data belonging to multiple user profiles on the affected Samsung Contacts application. This compromises data confidentiality across user boundaries on the device. There is no indication of remote exploitation or privilege escalation beyond physical access.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict physical access to affected devices to mitigate risk.
Improper input validation in Samsung Contacts prior to SMR Aug-2026 Release 1 allows physical attackers to access data across multiple user profiles. (CVE-2026-21060)
Description
An improper input validation vulnerability exists in Samsung Contacts prior to SMR Aug-2026 Release 1. This flaw allows physical attackers to access data across multiple user profiles on the affected device. The vulnerability does not require user interaction or privileges and has a medium severity rating. No known exploits are reported in the wild. No patch information is currently provided.
CVSS v4.0
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-21060 is an input validation vulnerability in Samsung Contacts versions prior to SMR Aug-2026 Release 1. It permits physical attackers to bypass user profile data isolation, potentially accessing data across multiple profiles on the device. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 vector indicating physical attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges or user interaction required, and high impact on confidentiality and security controls. No vendor advisory or patch details are available at this time.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows unauthorized physical attackers to access data belonging to multiple user profiles on the affected Samsung Contacts application. This compromises data confidentiality across user boundaries on the device. There is no indication of remote exploitation or privilege escalation beyond physical access.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict physical access to affected devices to mitigate risk.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-m24q-hjpq-c7v2
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-21060"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- MODERATE
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
Threat ID: 6a79f0e1bf8831d539f62d3e
Added to database: 08/10/2026, 15:40:17 UTC
Last enriched: 08/10/2026, 16:04:45 UTC
Last updated: 08/11/2026, 03:41:00 UTC
Views: 5
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