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CVE-2026-20432: CWE-787 Out-of-bounds Write in MediaTek, Inc. MediaTek chipset

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VulnerabilityCVE-2026-20432cvecve-2026-20432cwe-787
Published: Tue Apr 07 2026 (04/07/2026, 03:25:30 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: MediaTek, Inc.
Product: MediaTek chipset

Description

In Modem, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to remote escalation of privilege, if a UE has connected to a rogue base station controlled by the attacker, with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Patch ID: MOLY01406170; Issue ID: MSV-4461.

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AILast updated: 04/07/2026, 04:00:52 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability involves an out-of-bounds write (CWE-787) in the modem of MediaTek chipsets due to a missing bounds check. An attacker operating a rogue base station could exploit this flaw to remotely escalate privileges on a connected UE device, requiring user interaction but no further execution privileges. The issue is tracked under Patch ID MOLY01406170 and Issue ID MSV-4461 and affects numerous MediaTek chipset versions. As of the published date, no CVSS score or official remediation level has been provided.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation could lead to remote escalation of privilege on affected devices connected to a malicious base station. This could compromise device security and potentially allow unauthorized actions at a higher privilege level. However, exploitation requires user interaction and connection to a rogue base station controlled by the attacker. No known exploits are reported in the wild at this time.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users and administrators should be cautious about connecting to untrusted or unknown base stations. Monitor MediaTek advisories for updates regarding patches or mitigations.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
MediaTek
Date Reserved
2025-11-03T01:30:59.011Z
Cvss Version
null
State
PUBLISHED
Remediation Level
null

Threat ID: 69d47ddc0a160ebd9234c831

Added to database: 4/7/2026, 3:45:32 AM

Last enriched: 4/7/2026, 4:00:52 AM

Last updated: 4/7/2026, 5:39:40 AM

Views: 4

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