CVE-2025-20642: Medium severity android vulnerability

Published Feb 3, 2025
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Updated

In DA, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege, if an attacker has physical access to the device, with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS09291146; Issue ID: MSV-2057.

Affected Software

47 affected components
All of the following
Any of the following
Google Android=12.0
Google Android=13.0
Google Android=14.0
Google Android=15.0
Any of the following
MediaTek Mt6739
MediaTek Mt6761
MediaTek Mt6765
MediaTek Mt6768
MediaTek Mt6771
MediaTek Mt6779
MediaTek Mt6781
MediaTek Mt6785
MediaTek Mt6833
MediaTek Mt6853
MediaTek Mt6873
MediaTek Mt6877
MediaTek Mt6885
MediaTek Mt6893
MediaTek Mt8167
MediaTek Mt8167s
MediaTek Mt8175
MediaTek Mt8185
MediaTek Mt8195
MediaTek Mt8321
MediaTek Mt8362a
MediaTek Mt8365
MediaTek Mt8385
MediaTek Mt8395
MediaTek Mt8666
MediaTek Mt8667
MediaTek Mt8673
MediaTek Mt8675
MediaTek Mt8678
MediaTek Mt8765
MediaTek Mt8766
MediaTek Mt8768
MediaTek Mt8771
MediaTek Mt8775
MediaTek Mt8781
MediaTek Mt8786
MediaTek Mt8788
MediaTek Mt8789
MediaTek Mt8791t
MediaTek Mt8795t
MediaTek Mt8797
MediaTek Mt8798
MediaTek Mt8893

Event History

Feb 3, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:24 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:24 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Nov 12, 57066
Event
via NVD·05:36 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-20642?

CVE-2025-20642 is classified as having a moderate severity due to its potential for local privilege escalation with user interaction required for exploitation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-20642?

To fix CVE-2025-20642, apply the patch identified as ALPS09291146 provided by the vendor.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-20642?

CVE-2025-20642 affects Google Android versions 12.0, 13.0, 14.0, and 15.0.

4

What potential impact does CVE-2025-20642 have on users?

CVE-2025-20642 could lead to local escalation of privilege on affected devices if an attacker gains physical access.

5

Is user interaction necessary for exploiting CVE-2025-20642?

Yes, user interaction is necessary for the exploitation of CVE-2025-20642.

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