CVE-2024-21960 — HIGH (7.3)

Vulnerability Description

Incorrect default permissions in the AMD Optimizing CPU Libraries (AOCL) installation directory could allow an attacker to achieve privilege escalation potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution.

CVSS Score

7.3

HIGH

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-276

References

https://www.amd.com/en/resources/product-security/bulletin/amd-sb-9014.html

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-21960?

CVE-2024-21960 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.3 (HIGH). Incorrect default permissions in the AMD Optimizing CPU Libraries (AOCL) installation directory could allow an attacker to achieve privilege escalation potentially resulting in arbitrary code executio...

How severe is CVE-2024-21960?

CVE-2024-21960 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-21960?

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