MediaTek Modem Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability Allowing Privilege Escalation

Vulnerability

A vulnerability has been identified in the Modem component of certain MediaTek chipsets, where an out-of-bounds write can occur due to an improper bounds check. This vulnerability could lead to local escalation of privileges, but requires that the attacker has already obtained System privileges. The issue can be exploited without user interaction.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could result in unauthorized privilege escalation, allowing a user with System privileges to gain elevated rights or access.

Added: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM
Updated: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
8.4
impact
7.5
exploitability
2.8
remediation
6.0
relevance
0.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.8

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