CVE-2026-20441
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Out-of-Bounds Write in MAE Causes Local Privilege Escalation

Publication date: 2026-03-02

Last updated on: 2026-03-03

Assigner: MediaTek, Inc.

Description
In MAE, 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: ALPS10432500; Issue ID: MSV-5803.
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Published
2026-03-02
Last Modified
2026-03-03
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-03-02
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-20441
EUVD
EUVD-2026-9166
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Vendor Product Version / Range
google android 15.0
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CWE ID Description
CWE-787 The product writes data past the end, or before the beginning, of the intended buffer.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in MAE and is caused by a missing bounds check, which leads to a possible out of bounds write.

An out of bounds write means that the software writes data outside the allocated memory area, which can corrupt data or control flow.

Exploitation of this vulnerability can result in local escalation of privilege, meaning a user who already has System privilege could gain higher or unauthorized privileges.

No user interaction is needed to exploit this vulnerability.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability can allow a malicious actor with existing System privilege to escalate their privileges further locally.

This could lead to unauthorized access or control over system components or data, potentially compromising system integrity and security.

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