CVE-2015-5729: The Soft Access Point (AP) feature in Samsung Smart TVs X10P, X12, X14H, X14J, and NT14U and Xpress M288OFW...

Security readout for executives and security teams

Some Samsung Smart TVs and one Xpress printer model generated weak Wi-Fi hotspot passwords for Soft AP. An attacker able to target that Soft AP could brute-force the WPA2 key more easily, potentially gaining access or information. The bundle does not provide CVSS, patch status, or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is likely limited to affected Samsung devices with the Soft AP feature enabled or available. Practical risk depends on device presence, wireless reachability, and whether the generated Soft AP password was used. Prioritize environments where affected devices handle sensitive networks or are accessible to visitors, tenants, or public areas. This is not currently supported as an emergency KEV issue, but it is a credible authentication weakness on legacy devices. Mitigation focus: Identify affected Samsung TV and printer models in inventory.; Disable Soft AP where it is not required.; Check Samsung guidance for firmware updates or configuration changes..

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Jun 13, 2026, 05:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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