CVE-2024-20117: Medium severity android vulnerability
Published Nov 4, 2024
·Updated
In vdec, there is a possible out of bounds read due to improper structure design. This could lead to local information disclosure with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS09008925; Issue ID: MSV-1681.
Affected Software
9 affected components
All of the following
Google Android=12.0
Any of the following
MediaTek Mt6761
MediaTek Mt6765
MediaTek Mt6768
MediaTek Mt6779
MediaTek Mt6785
MediaTek Mt8766
MediaTek Mt8768
MediaTek Mt8789
Event History
Nov 4, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:49 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:49 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-20117?
CVE-2024-20117 has a severity level that can lead to local information disclosure.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-20117?
To fix CVE-2024-20117, apply the patch identified as ALPS09008925.
3
Which software is affected by CVE-2024-20117?
CVE-2024-20117 affects Android 12.0 on specific devices with MediaTek chipsets.
4
Is user interaction required for the exploitation of CVE-2024-20117?
No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2024-20117.
5
What could a successful exploitation of CVE-2024-20117 lead to?
A successful exploitation of CVE-2024-20117 could lead to local information disclosure.