CVE-2024-20087: High severity android vulnerability

Published Sep 2, 2024
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Updated

In vdec, 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: ALPS08932916; Issue ID: MSV-1550.

Affected Software

13 affected components
All of the following
Google Android=12.0
Any of the following
MediaTek Mt6765
MediaTek Mt6768
MediaTek Mt6779
MediaTek Mt6785
MediaTek Mt8385
MediaTek Mt8666
MediaTek Mt8667
MediaTek Mt8766
MediaTek Mt8768
MediaTek Mt8781
MediaTek Mt8788
MediaTek Mt8789

Event History

Sep 2, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:07 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:07 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-20087?

CVE-2024-20087 has a high severity rating due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-20087?

To fix CVE-2024-20087, apply the patch identified by ALPS08932916.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2024-20087?

CVE-2024-20087 affects Google Android 12.0 specifically.

4

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2024-20087?

No, user interaction is not required for the exploitation of CVE-2024-20087.

5

What type of issue does CVE-2024-20087 represent?

CVE-2024-20087 represents an out of bounds write issue due to a missing bounds check.

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