Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Apusys by MediaTek

CVE-2026-20468

What is CVE-2026-20468?

A vulnerability exists in Apusys that allows for a possible escalation of privilege due to a confused deputy scenario. If a malicious actor has gained System privilege, they could exploit this flaw to escalate their privileges locally, potentially compromising other sensitive areas of the system. Notably, user interaction is not required for exploitation, making it essential for users to ensure their systems are updated to mitigate any associated risks. Detailed information can be found in MediaTek's product security bulletin.

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