CVE-2024-20021

Name: CVE-2024-20021
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-05-06T03:15:09.477+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 6.7/10EPSS 0.11%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-20021 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.7/10 on the CVSS scale. In atf spm, there is a possible way to remap physical memory to virtual memory due to a logic error. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In atf spm, there is a possible way to remap physical memory to virtual memory due to a logic error. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS08584568; Issue ID: MSV-1249.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

6.7/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.11%

1.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-269

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	12.0
Google	Android	13.0
Google	Android	14.0

References

https://corp.mediatek.com/product-security-bulletin/May-2024Vendor Advisory
https://corp.mediatek.com/product-security-bulletin/May-2024Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 6, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-20021?

How severe is CVE-2024-20021?

CVE-2024-20021 has a CVSS score of 6.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-20021?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST