What is CVE-2022-21785?

CVE-2022-21785 is a vulnerability in the WLAN driver that allows for a possible out of bounds write, leading to local escalation of privilege with system execution privileges.

How severe is CVE-2022-21785?

CVE-2022-21785 has a severity score of 6.7, indicating a medium severity.

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-21785?

CVE-2022-21785 affects Google Android versions 11.0 and 12.0.

Is user interaction required for exploitation of CVE-2022-21785?

No, user interaction is not needed for exploitation of CVE-2022-21785.

How can I patch or fix CVE-2022-21785?

To fix CVE-2022-21785, it is recommended to apply the corresponding patch provided by ALPS06807363.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2022-21785

medium

6.7

CWE

787

6/7/2022

3/8/2024

CVE-2022-21785

First published: Wed Jul 06 2022(Updated: )

In WLAN driver, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS06807363; Issue ID: ALPS06807363.

Credit: security@mediatek.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Google Android	=11.0
Google Android	=12.0
Mediatek Mt6877
Mediatek Mt6983
Mediatek Mt8167s
Mediatek Mt8168
Mediatek Mt8175
Mediatek Mt8183
Mediatek Mt8185
Mediatek Mt8362a
Mediatek Mt8365
Mediatek Mt8385
Mediatek Mt8667
Mediatek Mt8675
Mediatek Mt8695
Google Android
Mediatek Mt8766
Mediatek Mt8768
Mediatek Mt8786
Mediatek Mt8788
Mediatek Mt8789
Mediatek Mt8791
Mediatek Mt8797

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Reference Links

https://corp.mediatek.com/product-security-bulletin/July-2022

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-21785?
CVE-2022-21785 is a vulnerability in the WLAN driver that allows for a possible out of bounds write, leading to local escalation of privilege with system execution privileges.
How severe is CVE-2022-21785?
CVE-2022-21785 has a severity score of 6.7, indicating a medium severity.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-21785?
CVE-2022-21785 affects Google Android versions 11.0 and 12.0.
Is user interaction required for exploitation of CVE-2022-21785?
No, user interaction is not needed for exploitation of CVE-2022-21785.
How can I patch or fix CVE-2022-21785?
To fix CVE-2022-21785, it is recommended to apply the corresponding patch provided by ALPS06807363.

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