CWE
787 20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-20073: Input Validation

First published: Mon Jun 03 2024(Updated: )

In wlan service, there is a possible out of bounds write due to improper input validation. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: WCNCR00367704; Issue ID: MSV-1411.

Credit: security@mediatek.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
Any of
Mediatek Linkit Software Development Kit<=5.0.5.0
Open edX=19.07.0
Open edX=21.02.0
Any of
MediaTek MT6890
MediaTek MT7622 Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-20073?

    CVE-2024-20073 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to potential local escalation of privilege and the requirement for system execution privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-20073?

    To fix CVE-2024-20073, you should apply the patch identified by Patch ID WCNCR00367704.

  • What devices are affected by CVE-2024-20073?

    CVE-2024-20073 affects devices running Mediatek software development kit versions up to 5.0.5.0 and OpenWrt versions 19.07.0 and 21.02.0.

  • Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2024-20073?

    No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2024-20073.

  • What kind of attack vector does CVE-2024-20073 involve?

    CVE-2024-20073 involves an out of bounds write vulnerability due to improper input validation.

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