CVE-2022-38691 — HIGH (7.8)

Vulnerability Description

In BootROM, there is a possible missing validation for Certificate Type 0. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-250

References

https://www.nccgroup.com/research-blog/there-s-another-hole-in-your-soc-unisoc-r

FAQ

What is CVE-2022-38691?

CVE-2022-38691 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). In BootROM, there is a possible missing validation for Certificate Type 0. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed.

How severe is CVE-2022-38691?

CVE-2022-38691 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2022-38691?

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