Is CVE-2021-25395 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2021-25395 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2021-25395 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2021-25395 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2021-25395?

CVE-2021-25395 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2021-25395

Published: June 29, 2023

EPSS:0.17%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:38.5th

Official Description

Samsung mobile devices contain a race condition vulnerability within the MFC charger driver that leads to a use-after-free allowing for a write given a radio privilege is compromised.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Samsung Mobile Devices Race Condition Vulnerability

Samsung mobile devices contain a race condition vulnerability within the MFC charger driver that leads to a use-after-free allowing for a write given a radio privilege is compromised.

Added to KEV: 2023-06-29Federal patch deadline: 2023-07-20

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if updates are unavailable

Risk Analysis

A race condition vulnerability in the MFC charger driver of Samsung mobile devices can lead to a use-after-free condition, allowing for a write if radio privileges are compromised. This is a high-severity flaw with confirmed exploitation in the wild, demanding immediate attention.

This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild and is included in CISA's KEV catalog, confirming its real-world impact.

Recommended Action

Samsung mobile device users should apply all available security updates to patch this vulnerability. Keep your device's operating system and drivers up to date.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2021-25395 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2021-25395 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.