CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-20687: Race Condition

First published: Thu Apr 06 2023(Updated: )

In display drm, there is a possible double free due to a race condition. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS07570772; Issue ID: ALPS07570772.

Credit: security@mediatek.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
Any of
Android=12.0
Android=13.0
Any of
MediaTek MT6879
MediaTek MT6895
MediaTek MT6983
MediaTek MT8781 WiFi
Android=12.0
Android=13.0
MediaTek MT6879
MediaTek MT6895
MediaTek MT6983
MediaTek MT8781 WiFi

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-20687?

    CVE-2023-20687 has a severity level that could lead to local escalation of privilege without user interaction.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-20687?

    To fix CVE-2023-20687, apply the security patches provided by your device manufacturer that address patch ID ALPS07570772.

  • Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2023-20687?

    CVE-2023-20687 affects Google Android versions 12.0 and 13.0.

  • Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2023-20687?

    No, user interaction is not needed to exploit CVE-2023-20687.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-20687?

    CVE-2023-20687 is a vulnerability caused by a double free due to a race condition in the display DRM.

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