CVE-2025-20645 Details
Description
In KeyInstall, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege if a malicious actor has already obtained the System privilege. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS09475476; Issue ID: MSV-2599.
A vulnerability in the KeyInstall component of certain MediaTek chipsets allows for a local out-of-bounds write, potentially leading to unauthorized privilege escalation. This issue arises from a missing bounds check, which could be exploited by an attacker who has already gained System privileges. The vulnerability does not require user interaction to be exploited. It affects MediaTek chipsets including MT6765, MT6768, MT6833, MT6835, MT6853, MT6855, MT6879, MT6886, MT6893, MT6897, MT6983, MT6985, MT6989, and MT8796. The vulnerable software versions are Android 14.0 and 15.0.
MediaTek has issued a patch for this vulnerability, which can be applied by device manufacturers. Instructions for applying the patch are available through MediaTek's official channels.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
No CVSS 4.0 data is available for this CVE.
CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Mar 6, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://corp.mediatek.com/product-security-bulletin/March-2025 | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-787 | Out-of-bounds Write | [email protected] |
| CWE-787 | Out-of-bounds Write | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| google android | 14.0 15.0 |
CPE
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| mediatek mt6765 | All versions |
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| mediatek mt6768 | All versions |
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| mediatek mt6833 | All versions |
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| mediatek mt6835 | All versions |
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| mediatek mt6853 | All versions |
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| mediatek mt6855 | All versions |
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| mediatek mt6879 | All versions |
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| mediatek mt6886 | All versions |
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| mediatek mt6893 | All versions |
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| mediatek mt6897 | All versions |
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| mediatek mt6983 | All versions |
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| mediatek mt6985 | All versions |
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| mediatek mt6989 | All versions |
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| mediatek mt8796 | All versions |
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Change History
5 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Apr 22, 2025 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Mar 4, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Mar 3, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |