Vulnerability Description
In WLAN driver, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS06704526; Issue ID: ALPS06704393.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 11.0 | |
| Mediatek | Mt6761 | - |
| Mediatek | Mt6779 | - |
| Mediatek | Mt6781 | - |
| Mediatek | Mt6833 | - |
| Mediatek | Mt6853 | - |
| Mediatek | Mt6873 | - |
| Mediatek | Mt6877 | - |
| Mediatek | Mt6879 | - |
| Mediatek | Mt6883 | - |
| Mediatek | Mt6885 | - |
| Mediatek | Mt6889 | - |
| Mediatek | Mt6893 | - |
| Mediatek | Mt6895 | - |
| Mediatek | Mt6983 | - |
| Mediatek | Mt8167S | - |
| Mediatek | Mt8168 | - |
| Mediatek | Mt8175 | - |
| Mediatek | Mt8183 | - |
| Mediatek | Mt8185 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://corp.mediatek.com/product-security-bulletin/July-2022Vendor Advisory
- https://corp.mediatek.com/product-security-bulletin/July-2022Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-21779?
CVE-2022-21779 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.7 (MEDIUM). In WLAN driver, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not...
How severe is CVE-2022-21779?
CVE-2022-21779 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-21779?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android, Mediatek Mt6761, Mediatek Mt6779, Mediatek Mt6781, Mediatek Mt6833.