CVE-2024-20001: Elevation of Privilege in MediaTek, Inc. MT5583, MT5586, MT5691, MT5695, MT5696, MT9010, MT9011, MT9012, MT9015, MT9016, MT9020, MT9021, MT9022, MT9025, MT9026, MT9216, MT9218, MT9220, MT9221, MT9222, MT9255, MT9256, MT9266, MT9269, MT9286, MT9288, MT9602, MT9603, MT9610, MT9611, MT9612, MT9613, MT9615, MT9617, MT9618, MT9629, MT9630, MT9631, MT9632, MT9633, MT9636, MT9638, MT9639, MT9649, MT9650, MT9652, MT9653, MT9660, MT9666, MT9667, MT9669, MT9671, MT9675, MT9679, MT9685, MT9686, MT9688, MT9689
In TVAPI, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: DTV03961601; Issue ID: DTV03961601.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2024-20001 is a vulnerability classified as an elevation of privilege issue affecting a wide range of MediaTek chipsets, specifically models MT5583 through MT9689, which are integrated into various consumer electronics and smart devices. The root cause is an out-of-bounds write in the TVAPI component due to a missing bounds check, categorized under CWE-787. This flaw allows a local attacker with system execution privileges to write outside the intended memory boundaries, potentially overwriting critical data structures or code. Exploitation does not require user interaction, but does require that the attacker already has some level of system execution privileges (PR:H). The vulnerability impacts devices running Android versions 11 through 14, which are common in many smart TVs, set-top boxes, and other multimedia devices using MediaTek chipsets. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 6.7 (medium severity), reflecting the complexity of exploitation (low attack vector, requiring local access and high privileges) but with high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability if exploited successfully. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, and no public patches are linked yet, though MediaTek has assigned a patch ID (DTV03961601). The vulnerability could allow an attacker to escalate privileges locally, potentially gaining full control over the affected device's operating system and sensitive data, or disrupting device functionality.
Potential Impact
For European organizations, especially those deploying smart devices, IoT, or multimedia equipment powered by MediaTek chipsets, this vulnerability poses a significant risk. The ability to escalate privileges locally can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, tampering with device configurations, or denial of service through system instability. In environments where these devices are integrated into critical infrastructure, digital signage, or enterprise communication systems, exploitation could disrupt operations or facilitate lateral movement within networks. Given the prevalence of Android-based devices in consumer and enterprise settings, the vulnerability could affect a broad range of endpoints. The lack of required user interaction lowers the barrier for attackers with local access, such as through compromised user accounts or insider threats. Although the attack vector is local, compromised devices could be leveraged as footholds for further attacks. The medium severity rating suggests that while the vulnerability is not trivially exploitable remotely, the impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability is substantial if exploited. Organizations relying on MediaTek-powered devices should prioritize assessment and mitigation to prevent potential exploitation.
Mitigation Recommendations
1. Immediate deployment of vendor patches once available is critical; organizations should monitor MediaTek and device manufacturers for updates related to patch ID DTV03961601. 2. Restrict local access to devices running affected MediaTek chipsets by enforcing strict access controls, including limiting administrative privileges and using strong authentication mechanisms. 3. Implement device hardening practices such as disabling unnecessary services and interfaces that could provide local access to attackers. 4. Employ runtime protections like memory protection mechanisms (e.g., DEP, ASLR) where supported by the device firmware or OS to mitigate out-of-bounds write exploitation. 5. Conduct regular security audits and monitoring of device logs to detect unusual privilege escalation attempts or anomalous behavior indicative of exploitation. 6. Network segmentation to isolate vulnerable devices from critical infrastructure can limit the impact of a compromised device. 7. For organizations managing large fleets of devices, consider deploying endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions capable of identifying local privilege escalation attempts. 8. Educate users and administrators about the risks of local privilege escalation vulnerabilities and the importance of maintaining updated firmware and software.
Affected Countries
Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Belgium, Finland
CVE-2024-20001: Elevation of Privilege in MediaTek, Inc. MT5583, MT5586, MT5691, MT5695, MT5696, MT9010, MT9011, MT9012, MT9015, MT9016, MT9020, MT9021, MT9022, MT9025, MT9026, MT9216, MT9218, MT9220, MT9221, MT9222, MT9255, MT9256, MT9266, MT9269, MT9286, MT9288, MT9602, MT9603, MT9610, MT9611, MT9612, MT9613, MT9615, MT9617, MT9618, MT9629, MT9630, MT9631, MT9632, MT9633, MT9636, MT9638, MT9639, MT9649, MT9650, MT9652, MT9653, MT9660, MT9666, MT9667, MT9669, MT9671, MT9675, MT9679, MT9685, MT9686, MT9688, MT9689
Description
In TVAPI, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: DTV03961601; Issue ID: DTV03961601.
AI-Powered Analysis
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-20001 is a vulnerability classified as an elevation of privilege issue affecting a wide range of MediaTek chipsets, specifically models MT5583 through MT9689, which are integrated into various consumer electronics and smart devices. The root cause is an out-of-bounds write in the TVAPI component due to a missing bounds check, categorized under CWE-787. This flaw allows a local attacker with system execution privileges to write outside the intended memory boundaries, potentially overwriting critical data structures or code. Exploitation does not require user interaction, but does require that the attacker already has some level of system execution privileges (PR:H). The vulnerability impacts devices running Android versions 11 through 14, which are common in many smart TVs, set-top boxes, and other multimedia devices using MediaTek chipsets. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 6.7 (medium severity), reflecting the complexity of exploitation (low attack vector, requiring local access and high privileges) but with high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability if exploited successfully. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, and no public patches are linked yet, though MediaTek has assigned a patch ID (DTV03961601). The vulnerability could allow an attacker to escalate privileges locally, potentially gaining full control over the affected device's operating system and sensitive data, or disrupting device functionality.
Potential Impact
For European organizations, especially those deploying smart devices, IoT, or multimedia equipment powered by MediaTek chipsets, this vulnerability poses a significant risk. The ability to escalate privileges locally can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, tampering with device configurations, or denial of service through system instability. In environments where these devices are integrated into critical infrastructure, digital signage, or enterprise communication systems, exploitation could disrupt operations or facilitate lateral movement within networks. Given the prevalence of Android-based devices in consumer and enterprise settings, the vulnerability could affect a broad range of endpoints. The lack of required user interaction lowers the barrier for attackers with local access, such as through compromised user accounts or insider threats. Although the attack vector is local, compromised devices could be leveraged as footholds for further attacks. The medium severity rating suggests that while the vulnerability is not trivially exploitable remotely, the impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability is substantial if exploited. Organizations relying on MediaTek-powered devices should prioritize assessment and mitigation to prevent potential exploitation.
Mitigation Recommendations
1. Immediate deployment of vendor patches once available is critical; organizations should monitor MediaTek and device manufacturers for updates related to patch ID DTV03961601. 2. Restrict local access to devices running affected MediaTek chipsets by enforcing strict access controls, including limiting administrative privileges and using strong authentication mechanisms. 3. Implement device hardening practices such as disabling unnecessary services and interfaces that could provide local access to attackers. 4. Employ runtime protections like memory protection mechanisms (e.g., DEP, ASLR) where supported by the device firmware or OS to mitigate out-of-bounds write exploitation. 5. Conduct regular security audits and monitoring of device logs to detect unusual privilege escalation attempts or anomalous behavior indicative of exploitation. 6. Network segmentation to isolate vulnerable devices from critical infrastructure can limit the impact of a compromised device. 7. For organizations managing large fleets of devices, consider deploying endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions capable of identifying local privilege escalation attempts. 8. Educate users and administrators about the risks of local privilege escalation vulnerabilities and the importance of maintaining updated firmware and software.
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Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- MediaTek
- Date Reserved
- 2023-11-02T13:35:35.146Z
- Cisa Enriched
- true
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 682cd0fa1484d88663aec34b
Added to database: 5/20/2025, 6:59:06 PM
Last enriched: 7/4/2025, 6:55:00 PM
Last updated: 8/18/2025, 6:08:14 AM
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