CVE-2024-20059: Medium severity android vulnerability
Published May 6, 2024
·Updated
In da, there is a possible escalation of privilege due to an incorrect status check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS08541749; Issue ID: ALPS08541749.
Affected Software
28 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 Mt6580
MediaTek Mt6739
MediaTek Mt6761
MediaTek Mt6765
MediaTek Mt6768
MediaTek Mt6781
MediaTek Mt6789
MediaTek Mt6833
MediaTek Mt6835
MediaTek Mt6853
MediaTek Mt6855
MediaTek Mt6877
MediaTek Mt6879
MediaTek Mt6883
MediaTek Mt6885
MediaTek Mt6886
MediaTek Mt6889
MediaTek Mt6893
MediaTek Mt6895
MediaTek Mt6983
MediaTek Mt6985
MediaTek Mt6989
MediaTek Mt8188
MediaTek Mt8370
MediaTek Mt8390
Event History
May 6, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:51 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:51 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-20059?
The severity of CVE-2024-20059 is critical due to the potential for local escalation of privilege.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-20059?
To fix CVE-2024-20059, apply the patch identified by ALPS08541749 as soon as possible.
3
Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2024-20059?
CVE-2024-20059 affects Android versions 12.0, 13.0, and 14.0.
4
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2024-20059?
No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2024-20059.
5
What type of attack does CVE-2024-20059 involve?
CVE-2024-20059 involves a possible escalation of privilege attack due to an incorrect status check.