MediaTek Chipsets Display Component Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability Allowing Privilege Escalation

Vulnerability

A high-severity vulnerability has been identified in the display component of various MediaTek chipsets, including MT6739, MT6761, MT6765, MT6768, MT6781, MT6789, MT6833, MT6835, MT6853, MT6855, MT6877, MT6878, MT6879, MT6883, MT6885, MT6886, MT6889, MT6893, MT6895, MT6897, MT6899, MT6983, MT6985, MT6989, MT6991, MT6993, MT8196, MT8678, and MT8793. This vulnerability arises from a missing bounds check, leading to a possible out-of-bounds write. If exploited, it could allow a malicious actor with System privileges to escalate privileges further. User interaction is not required for exploitation.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized privilege escalation on the affected device.

Remediation

MediaTek has issued a patch for this vulnerability, which can be applied by device manufacturers. For more information, OEMs can contact their MediaTek representative.

Added: Mar 2, 2026, 9:33 AM
Updated: Mar 2, 2026, 2:32 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
2.5
exploitability
2.8
remediation
0.0
relevance
3.4
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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