Android Samsung DownloadProvider Local Access Control Flaw
CVE-2026-21118 Published on October 12, 2026
Improper access control in DownloadProvider prior to SMR Oct-2026 Release 1 allows local attackers to access files in scoped storage.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2026-21118 is exploitable with local system access, and requires small amount of user privileges. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have no impact on confidentiality and integrity and availability.
Weakness Type
What is an Authorization Vulnerability?
The software does not restrict or incorrectly restricts access to a resource from an unauthorized actor.
CVE-2026-21118 has been classified to as an Authorization vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2026-21118
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Affected Versions
Samsung Mobile Devices:- Version SMR Oct-2026 Release in Android 14, 15, 16, 17 and below * is unaffected.