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CVE-2016-1920: Samsung KNOX 1.0.0 uses the shared certificate on Android, which allows local users to conduct man-in-the-m...

Samsung KNOX 1.0.0 uses the shared certificate on Android, which allows local users to conduct man-in-the-middle attacks as demonstrated by installing a certificate and running a VPN service.

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This vulnerability affects Samsung KNOX 1.0.0 on Android 4.3. The issue is a shared certificate trust store that could let a local user or local app set up conditions for man-in-the-middle interception of VPN traffic. Current exposure is mainly a legacy mobile fleet concern. Likely limited to legacy Samsung devices running KNOX 1.0.0 with Android 4.3. Organizations with managed mobile fleets should check old, unmanaged, or unsupported devices before assuming no exposure. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless affected devices remain in sensitive workflows. If they do, prioritize removal or strict management because intercepted mobile traffic can expose credentials and business data. Mitigation focus: Inventory Samsung KNOX 1.0.0 and Android 4.3 devices.; Check Samsung or carrier guidance for fixes or retirement advice.; Retire unsupported affected devices where business use continues..

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