CVE-2026-20446: CWE-787 Out-of-bounds Write in MediaTek, Inc. MediaTek chipset
CVE-2026-20446 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the secure boot component of MediaTek chipsets, specifically affecting the MT6813 version. The issue arises from an integer overflow that can lead to memory corruption. Exploitation requires local physical access and user-level privileges but does not require user interaction. The vulnerability could cause a local denial of service on the affected device. No CVSS score or official patch information is currently available.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability involves an out-of-bounds write in the secure boot process of MediaTek MT6813 chipsets caused by an integer overflow. An attacker with physical access and user execution privileges can exploit this flaw to trigger a local denial of service condition. The vulnerability is identified as CWE-787 and has been assigned CVE-2026-20446. There is no public information on active exploitation or an official remediation level. The patch ID referenced is ALPS09963054, but no direct patch link or vendor advisory is provided.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can result in a local denial of service on devices using the affected MediaTek chipset. The attacker must have physical access and user-level privileges, limiting the scope of impact. There is no indication of remote exploitation or privilege escalation. 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. Since no official remediation level or patch link is provided, users should monitor MediaTek advisories for updates. Physical access restrictions and limiting user privileges can reduce risk until a patch is available.
CVE-2026-20446: CWE-787 Out-of-bounds Write in MediaTek, Inc. MediaTek chipset
Description
CVE-2026-20446 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the secure boot component of MediaTek chipsets, specifically affecting the MT6813 version. The issue arises from an integer overflow that can lead to memory corruption. Exploitation requires local physical access and user-level privileges but does not require user interaction. The vulnerability could cause a local denial of service on the affected device. No CVSS score or official patch information is currently available.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability involves an out-of-bounds write in the secure boot process of MediaTek MT6813 chipsets caused by an integer overflow. An attacker with physical access and user execution privileges can exploit this flaw to trigger a local denial of service condition. The vulnerability is identified as CWE-787 and has been assigned CVE-2026-20446. There is no public information on active exploitation or an official remediation level. The patch ID referenced is ALPS09963054, but no direct patch link or vendor advisory is provided.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can result in a local denial of service on devices using the affected MediaTek chipset. The attacker must have physical access and user-level privileges, limiting the scope of impact. There is no indication of remote exploitation or privilege escalation. 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. Since no official remediation level or patch link is provided, users should monitor MediaTek advisories for updates. Physical access restrictions and limiting user privileges can reduce risk until a patch is available.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- MediaTek
- Date Reserved
- 2025-11-03T01:30:59.013Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 69d47ddc0a160ebd9234c837
Added to database: 4/7/2026, 3:45:32 AM
Last enriched: 4/7/2026, 4:00:39 AM
Last updated: 4/7/2026, 5:21:31 AM
Views: 6
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