CVE-2025-20683: Critical severity MediaTek Software Development Kit vulnerability
Published Jul 8, 2025
·Updated
In wlan AP driver, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: WCNCR00416938; Issue ID: MSV-3444.
Affected Software
11 affected components
All of the following
Any of the following
MediaTek Software Development Kit<=7.6.7.2
OpenWrt OpenWrt=19.07.0
OpenWrt OpenWrt=21.02.0
Any of the following
MediaTek Mt6890
MediaTek MT7615
MediaTek MT7622
MediaTek Mt7663
MediaTek MT7915
MediaTek Mt7916
MediaTek Mt7981
MediaTek Mt7986
Event History
Jul 8, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-20683?
CVE-2025-20683 is classified as a local escalation of privilege vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-20683?
To fix CVE-2025-20683, apply the provided patch identified by WCNCR00416938.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2025-20683?
CVE-2025-20683 affects specific versions of the MediaTek Software Development Kit and OpenWrt operating systems.
4
Is user interaction required for exploiting CVE-2025-20683?
No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2025-20683.
5
What could happen if CVE-2025-20683 is exploited?
If exploited, CVE-2025-20683 could lead to local escalation of privilege, allowing an attacker to gain unauthorized access.