Out of Bounds Write Vulnerability in MediaTek Products

CVE-2026-20491

What is CVE-2026-20491?

A possible out of bounds write vulnerability has been identified in various MediaTek chipsets due to improper bounds checking. This flaw could potentially allow an attacker to cause a local denial of service if user execution privileges are obtained. Notably, user interaction is not necessary for the exploitation of this vulnerability. It is crucial for users and developers utilizing affected MediaTek products to apply the necessary patches promptly to mitigate risks.

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