What is CVE-2022-26431?

CVE-2022-26431 is a vulnerability in mailbox that allows for a possible out of bounds write, leading to local escalation of privilege.

What is the severity of CVE-2022-26431?

The severity of CVE-2022-26431 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.7.

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-26431?

CVE-2022-26431 affects Google Android versions 11.0 and 12.0, as well as Yoctoproject Yocto versions 3.1 and 3.3.

How can CVE-2022-26431 be exploited?

CVE-2022-26431 can be exploited without user interaction.

Is there a patch available for CVE-2022-26431?

Yes, a patch is available for CVE-2022-26431. Please refer to the reference link for more information.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2022-26431

medium

6.7

CWE

787

1/8/2022

3/8/2024

CVE-2022-26431

First published: Mon Aug 01 2022(Updated: )

In mailbox, 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: ALPS07032553; Issue ID: ALPS07032553.

Credit: security@mediatek.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Google Android	=11.0
Google Android	=12.0
Yoctoproject Yocto	=3.1
Yoctoproject Yocto	=3.3
Mediatek Mt6833
Mediatek Mt6853
Mediatek Mt6873
Mediatek Mt6877
Mediatek Mt6879
Mediatek Mt6885
Mediatek Mt6893
Mediatek Mt6895
Mediatek Mt6983
Mediatek Mt8185
Mediatek Mt8321
Mediatek Mt8385
Mediatek Mt8532
Mediatek Mt8666
Mediatek Mt8675
Mediatek Mt8765
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/August-2022

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-26431?
CVE-2022-26431 is a vulnerability in mailbox that allows for a possible out of bounds write, leading to local escalation of privilege.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-26431?
The severity of CVE-2022-26431 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.7.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-26431?
CVE-2022-26431 affects Google Android versions 11.0 and 12.0, as well as Yoctoproject Yocto versions 3.1 and 3.3.
How can CVE-2022-26431 be exploited?
CVE-2022-26431 can be exploited without user interaction.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2022-26431?
Yes, a patch is available for CVE-2022-26431. Please refer to the reference link for more information.

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