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CVE-2026-20554

Out-of-bounds write in MediaTek, Inc. MediaTek Chipset

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Published

3 h ago

Patch status has not yet been verified

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Vulnerability description

DayBreach AI Explanation

Verified against sources

CVE-2026-20554 – Out-of-Bounds Write in MediaTek Chipset Modem

Sources read

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Source agreement

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Evidence confidence

%61

Short explanation

CVE-2026-20554 is an out-of-bounds write in MediaTek chipset modem code that can cause a system crash and enable remote privilege escalation when a UE connects to a rogue base station. Exploitation requires user interaction and no additional execution privileges.

Why does it matter?

Remote escalation to root can compromise device integrity and affect telecom services.

What should be done?

  • Monitor MediaTek security bulletins for patch releases
  • Apply firmware updates when available
  • Restrict connections to trusted base stations
  • Implement network-level detection of rogue stations
Note on uncertainty

The sources give limited detail on some technical conditions. Review the chain of evidence below before deciding how to act.

Chain of evidence and sources3 verified claims

CVE-2026-20554, MediaTek çipset modeminde sınır kontrolünün eksikliği nedeniyle uzaktan yetki yükseltmeye izin verir.

Bu zafiyet için CISA KEV programında aktif istismar raporu bulunmamaktadır.

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In Modem, there is a possible system crash due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to remote escalation of privilege, if a UE has connected to a rogue base station controlled by the attacker, with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Patch ID: MOLY01911177; Issue ID: MSV-10122.

CWE: CWE-787

This explanation was compiled automatically from the source records. Scores, active exploitation, patch and exploit status come straight from the sources.

IMPACT: Affected Products and Software

Affected Products

The following products are affected by CVE-2026-20554 vulnerability. Where our threat engine knows the exact affected versions, they are listed below.

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1MediaTek, Inc.MediaTek chipset View
Total affected vendors: 1|Products: 1

RED HAT CSAF/VEX: Product Impact Check

Red Hat has not yet published a CSAF/VEX impact record for this CVE. This does not mean “not affected”.

SCORING: CVSS from Multiple Sources

CVSS Scores

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Patch and Remediation Guide

Solution & Remediation Advisory

Patch status unknown

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Confirm the affected product and version against the source evidence above.
Restrict access to internet-facing services and apply network segmentation.
Until a patch is confirmed, follow the vendor advisory; do not read an unknown status as “no patch”.
Monitor server logs and network endpoints for signs of anomalous execution.

Public exploit and active exploitation status

Verified exploit intelligence

No verified public PoC, exploit repository or Metasploit module has been found for this CVE yet.

Weakness Classification and Attack Patterns (CWE & CAPEC)

CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration

While CVE identifies specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorises the common flaws or weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-20554 is associated with the following CWEs:

Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)

Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC) stores attack patterns, which are descriptions of the common attributes and approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-20554 weaknesses.

Official Sources and Advisories

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