CVE-2024-0179 — HIGH (8.2) — White Hats Nepal

Vulnerability Description

SMM Callout vulnerability within the AmdCpmDisplayFeatureSMM driver could allow locally authenticated attackers to overwrite SMRAM, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution.

CVSS Score

8.2

HIGH

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

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-20

References

https://www.amd.com/en/resources/product-security/bulletin/amd-sb-7027.html

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-0179?

CVE-2024-0179 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.2 (HIGH). SMM Callout vulnerability within the AmdCpmDisplayFeatureSMM driver could allow locally authenticated attackers to overwrite SMRAM, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution.

How severe is CVE-2024-0179?

CVE-2024-0179 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-2024-0179?

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