CVE-2026-20417

Name: CVE-2026-20417
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-02-02T09:15:56.723+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.08%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2026-20417 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. In pcie, 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. EPSS estimates a 0.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In pcie, 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: ALPS10314946 / ALPS10340155; Issue ID: MSV-5154.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

5.3/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.08%

0.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-787

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	15.0
Google	Android	16.0

References

https://corp.mediatek.com/product-security-bulletin/February-2026Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 2, 2026
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-20417?

How severe is CVE-2026-20417?

CVE-2026-20417 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-20417?

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