CVE-2024-21971 — MEDIUM (5.5)

Vulnerability Description

Improper input validation in AMD Crash Defender could allow an attacker to provide the Windows® system process ID to a kernel-mode driver, resulting in an operating system crash, potentially leading to denial of service.

CVSS Score

5.5

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

NONE

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-1220

References

https://www.amd.com/en/resources/product-security/bulletin/amd-sb-6008.html

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-21971?

CVE-2024-21971 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). Improper input validation in AMD Crash Defender could allow an attacker to provide the Windows® system process ID to a kernel-mode driver, resulting in an operating system crash, potentially leading t...

How severe is CVE-2024-21971?

CVE-2024-21971 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-21971?

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