CVE-2024-20090: Medium severity android vulnerability

Published Oct 7, 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: ALPS09028313; Issue ID: MSV-1703.

Affected Software

18 affected components
Google Android
All of the following
Google Android=12.0
Any of the following
MediaTek Mt6761
MediaTek Mt6765
MediaTek Mt6768
MediaTek Mt6779
MediaTek Mt6785
MediaTek Mt6853
MediaTek Mt6873
MediaTek Mt6885
MediaTek Mt8385
MediaTek Mt8666
MediaTek Mt8667
MediaTek Mt8766
MediaTek Mt8768
MediaTek Mt8781
MediaTek Mt8788
MediaTek Mt8789

Event History

Oct 7, 2024
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:35 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:35 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-20090?

CVE-2024-20090 has a severity classification that indicates it poses a significant risk due to potential privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-20090?

To fix CVE-2024-20090, apply the provided patch ID ALPS09028313 to your affected software.

3

What causes CVE-2024-20090?

CVE-2024-20090 is caused by a missing bounds check in the vdec component, allowing for potential out of bounds writes.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2024-20090?

CVE-2024-20090 affects devices running the Google Android operating system.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2024-20090?

No, user interaction is not needed to exploit CVE-2024-20090, making it more critical to address.

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