CVE-2024-20143
📋 TL;DR
This CVE describes an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in V6 DA (likely a MediaTek component) that allows local privilege escalation. Attackers with physical access can exploit this without additional privileges, though user interaction is required. The vulnerability affects devices using MediaTek chipsets with the vulnerable component.
💻 Affected Systems
- MediaTek V6 DA component
📦 What is this software?
Android by Google
Android by Google
Android by Google
Android by Google
Openwrt by Openwrt
Openwrt by Openwrt
Openwrt by Openwrt
Rdk B by Rdkcentral
Rdk B by Rdkcentral
Yocto by Linuxfoundation
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Complete device compromise with root/system privileges, allowing installation of persistent malware, data theft, and bypassing all security controls.
Likely Case
Local privilege escalation to gain administrative access on the device, enabling further attacks against the system and other users.
If Mitigated
Limited impact due to physical access requirements and user interaction needed; proper device security policies reduce exploit likelihood.
🎯 Exploit Status
Requires physical access and user interaction. No public exploit code mentioned in CVE details.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Patch ID: ALPS09167056
Vendor Advisory: https://corp.mediatek.com/product-security-bulletin/January-2025
Restart Required: Yes
Instructions:
1. Check device manufacturer for security updates. 2. Apply MediaTek patch ALPS09167056. 3. Reboot device after patch installation. 4. Verify patch installation through system settings.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Restrict Physical Access
allImplement physical security controls to prevent unauthorized device access
User Education
allTrain users to avoid interacting with suspicious prompts or applications
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Implement strict physical security controls for devices
- Use mobile device management (MDM) to enforce security policies and monitor for suspicious activity
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check device settings for security patch level and verify if ALPS09167056 is applied. Contact device manufacturer for specific vulnerability assessment.Check Version:
Android: Settings > About phone > Android security patch levelVerify Fix Applied:
Verify patch ALPS09167056 is listed in installed security updates in device settings. Check with manufacturer for confirmation.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unexpected privilege escalation events
- Suspicious process creation with elevated privileges
- Kernel or system component crashes
Network Indicators:
- Not applicable - local exploitation only
SIEM Query:
Not applicable for network detection; focus on endpoint security logs for privilege escalation events