Overview
CVE-2025-58482 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting the MPLocalService component of Samsung MotionPhoto applications prior to version 4.1.51. This vulnerability allows a local attacker to bypass access controls and start a privileged service, potentially leading to unauthorized actions and system compromise.
Technical Details
The vulnerability stems from improper access control mechanisms within the MPLocalService. Specifically, a local attacker can exploit this flaw to initiate the privileged service without proper authorization. This is achieved through [Details of attack, ideally filled in with more information if available from reports].
Successfully exploiting this vulnerability allows the attacker to execute commands with elevated privileges, potentially leading to data theft, modification, or complete system compromise.
CVSS Analysis
The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) assigns a score of 7.3 to CVE-2025-58482, indicating a high-severity vulnerability. This score reflects the potential for significant impact if the vulnerability is exploited.
- CVSS Score: 7.3
- Severity: HIGH
Possible Impact
Successful exploitation of CVE-2025-58482 can have significant consequences, including:
- Privilege Escalation: An attacker gains elevated privileges on the device.
- Data Theft: Sensitive data can be accessed and stolen.
- System Compromise: The entire system can be compromised, leading to complete control by the attacker.
- Malware Installation: The attacker can install malware and other malicious software.
- Denial of Service: The attacker might be able to cause a denial of service.
Mitigation and Patch Steps
The recommended mitigation is to update the MotionPhoto application to version 4.1.51 or later. This version includes the necessary security patches to address the improper access control vulnerability.
- Update MotionPhoto: Check for updates in the Google Play Store or Samsung Galaxy Store and install the latest version of the MotionPhoto application.
- Verify Version: Ensure that the installed version is 4.1.51 or later.
- Monitor for Suspicious Activity: Keep an eye on your device for any unusual behavior.
