CVE-2026-21056 Samsung Mobile CVE debrief

Who should care

Users of Samsung Health prior to version 7.00.0.107, security teams responsible for managing Samsung devices, and operators of affected systems should update to the latest version to prevent local attackers from accessing connected device information. This vulnerability may impact device security and data integrity.

Technical summary

CVE-2026-21056 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Samsung Health, a popular health and fitness app for Samsung devices. The vulnerability is caused by improper authorization, which allows local attackers to access connected device information. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 4.8 and is classified as MEDIUM. Affected users should prioritize updating Samsung Health to the latest version.

Defensive priority

Medium priority

Recommended defensive actions

• Update Samsung Health to version 7.00.0.107 or later
• Verify that Samsung Health is up-to-date on all devices
• Monitor device connections and access logs for suspicious activity
• Review compensating controls for exposed systems while remediation is scheduled and verified
• Check relevant monitoring, detection, and logs for exposed assets that need extra review

Evidence notes

The CVE record was published on 2026-07-10T05:16:36.330Z and has not been modified since then. The NVD entry is currently being reviewed. Evidence limits suggest that affected scope and severity may be under review. Defenders should verify official advisories and monitor device connections for suspicious activity.

Official resources