CVE-2024-20042: Medium severity android vulnerability
Published Apr 1, 2024
·Updated
In da, 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: ALPS08541780; Issue ID: ALPS08541780.
Affected Software
45 affected components
All of the following
Any of the following
Google Android=12.0
Google Android=13.0
Google Android=14.0
Any of the following
MediaTek Mt6739
MediaTek MT6757
MediaTek Mt6761
MediaTek Mt6763
MediaTek Mt6765
MediaTek Mt6768
MediaTek Mt6771
MediaTek Mt6779
MediaTek Mt6781
MediaTek Mt6785
MediaTek Mt6833
MediaTek Mt6853
MediaTek Mt6873
MediaTek Mt6877
MediaTek Mt6885
MediaTek Mt6893
MediaTek Mt8167
MediaTek Mt8168
MediaTek Mt8173
MediaTek Mt8175
MediaTek Mt8183
MediaTek Mt8195
MediaTek Mt8321
MediaTek Mt8362a
MediaTek Mt8365
MediaTek Mt8385
MediaTek Mt8395
MediaTek Mt8666
MediaTek Mt8673
MediaTek Mt8678
MediaTek Mt8765
MediaTek Mt8766
MediaTek Mt8768
MediaTek Mt8781
MediaTek Mt8786
MediaTek Mt8788
MediaTek Mt8789
MediaTek Mt8791
MediaTek Mt8791t
MediaTek Mt8796
MediaTek Mt8797
MediaTek Mt8798
Event History
Apr 1, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:34 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:34 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-20042?
The severity of CVE-2024-20042 is high due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-20042?
To fix CVE-2024-20042, apply the available patch identified as ALPS08541780.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2024-20042?
CVE-2024-20042 affects specific Android versions 12.0, 13.0, and 14.0.
4
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2024-20042?
Exploitation of CVE-2024-20042 could lead to local escalation of privileges, allowing unauthorized system-level access.
5
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2024-20042?
No, user interaction is not needed for exploiting CVE-2024-20042.