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CVE-2026-20571

MediumCVSS 6.7
Published: Updated: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

In afe, there is a possible memory corruption due to use after free. 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.

Risk Assessment

A local attacker with System privileges could exploit the memory corruption to escalate privileges. This poses a risk to devices running the unpatched afe component.

Recommendation

Apply the update containing patch ALPS11434319. Verify the afe component version and prioritize deployment on exposed devices.

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Original NVD description (English source)

In afe, there is a possible memory corruption due to use after free. 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: ALPS11434319; Issue ID: MSV-9925.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS