CVE-2021-38489 — HIGH (8.2)

Vulnerability Description

HDD password plaintext is stored in a UEFI variable.

8.2

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

HIGH

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

What is CVE-2021-38489?

CVE-2021-38489 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.2 (HIGH). HDD password plaintext is stored in a UEFI variable.

How severe is CVE-2021-38489?

CVE-2021-38489 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2021-38489?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.