CVE-2026-20486
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Incorrect Error Handling in Imgsensor Leads to Local Privilege Escalation

Publication date: 2026-08-03

Last updated on: 2026-08-03

Assigner: MediaTek, Inc.

Description
In imgsensor, there is a possible application crash due to incorrect error handling. 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: ALPS11012302; Issue ID: MSV-7833.

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Published
2026-08-03
Last Modified
2026-08-03
Generated
2026-08-03
AI Q&A
2026-08-03
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-20486
EUVD
EUVD-2026-52077

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Vendor Product Version / Range
mediatek imgsensor *

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CWE ID Description
CWE-754 The product does not check or incorrectly checks for unusual or exceptional conditions that are not expected to occur frequently during day to day operation of the product.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is in imgsensor where incorrect error handling could cause an application crash. If a malicious actor already has System privilege, they could exploit this to escalate privileges locally without needing user interaction.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker with existing System privileges to further escalate their access, potentially gaining control over the device or causing system instability.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability does not directly affect compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, or similar standards as it involves a local privilege escalation in imgsensor with System privilege already obtained. No evidence suggests data exposure or privacy violations typical of GDPR/HIPAA non-compliance.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the patch provided by MediaTek (Patch ID: ALPS11012302) to fix the incorrect error handling in imgsensor. Ensure the System privilege is not granted to untrusted users to prevent local escalation of privilege.

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