CVE-2026-20530: MediaTek Display vulnerability
Published Oct 5, 2026
·Updated
In display, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege if a malicious actor has already obtained the System privilege. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS11292777; Issue ID: MSV-9195.
Affected Software
1 affected component
MediaTek Display
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Patch ALPS11292777
Event History
Oct 5, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:40 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:40 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:16 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What level of access does an attacker need before exploiting this issue?
The attacker must already have System privilege. Exploitation does not require user interaction.
2
What is the potential impact after exploitation?
The issue can cause an out-of-bounds write in the display component and could lead to local escalation of privilege.
3
Which identifiers can be used to track the vendor fix?
The vendor identifies the fix as Patch ID ALPS11292777 and Issue ID MSV-9195.