Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Apusys by MediaTek

CVE-2021-0657

What is CVE-2021-0657?

In MediaTek's Apusys, a vulnerability exists that allows for a potential out of bounds write, caused by a stack-based buffer overflow. This flaw could enable local privilege escalation, allowing an attacker to execute commands with elevated system privileges. Notably, exploitation of this vulnerability does not require user interaction, presenting significant risks to system integrity. Affected users should apply the necessary patches to mitigate this threat, as detailed in the security bulletin.

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