CVE-2024-21944 — MEDIUM (5.3)

Vulnerability Description

Improper input validation for DIMM serial presence detect (SPD) metadata could allow an attacker with physical access, ring0 access on a system with a non-compliant DIMM, or control over the Root of Trust for BIOS update, to potentially overwrite guest memory resulting in loss of guest data integrity.

CVSS Score

5.3

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

HIGH

Privileges Required

HIGH

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

NONE

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-20

References

https://www.amd.com/en/resources/product-security/bulletin/amd-sb-3015.html

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-21944?

CVE-2024-21944 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). Improper input validation for DIMM serial presence detect (SPD) metadata could allow an attacker with physical access, ring0 access on a system with a non-compliant DIMM, or control over the Root of T...

How severe is CVE-2024-21944?

CVE-2024-21944 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-21944?

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