CVE-2025-21012
Description
Improper access control in fall detection for Galaxy Watch prior to SMR Aug-2025 Release 1 allows local attackers to modify fall detection configuration.
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Improper access control in fall detection on Galaxy Watch allows local attackers to modify configuration before SMR Aug-2025 update.
Vulnerability
CVE-2025-21012 is an improper access control vulnerability in the fall detection feature of Samsung Galaxy Watch devices prior to the SMR Aug-2025 Release 1 security update. The flaw arises from insufficient enforcement of access controls, allowing unauthorized modification of fall detection settings.
Exploitation
An attacker with local access to the device can exploit this vulnerability to change the fall detection configuration. No authentication or user interaction beyond physical access is required, making it a low-complexity attack vector.
Impact
Successful exploitation enables the attacker to disable or alter fall detection alerts, potentially placing the device user at risk during a fall emergency. This undermines the safety-critical functionality of the feature.
Mitigation
Samsung has addressed this issue in the SMR Aug-2025 Release 1 security update [1]. Users are strongly advised to install the update promptly to protect their devices.
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Affected products
1- Range: < SMR Aug-2025 Release 1
Patches
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References
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