CVE-2026-20437: Use After Free
Published Mar 2, 2026
·Updated
In MAE, there is a possible system crash due to use after free. This could lead to local denial of service if a malicious actor has already obtained the System privilege. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS10431940; Issue ID: MSV-5843.
Affected Software
6 affected components
All of the following
Google Android=15.0
Any of the following
MediaTek Mt2718
MediaTek Mt6899
MediaTek Mt6991
MediaTek Mt8678
MediaTek Mt8793
Event History
Mar 2, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:39 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:39 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-20437?
CVE-2026-20437 has a high severity due to its potential to cause a local denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-20437?
To fix CVE-2026-20437, apply the security patch ALPS10431940 as soon as it is available.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2026-20437?
CVE-2026-20437 primarily affects users of Google Android version 15.0 systems with system privileges.
4
What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2026-20437?
Exploiting CVE-2026-20437 can lead to a system crash, resulting in a local denial of service.
5
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2026-20437?
No, user interaction is not needed for exploiting CVE-2026-20437, making it particularly dangerous.