CVE-2024-21976 — HIGH (8.8)

Vulnerability Description

Improper input validation in the NPU driver could allow an attacker to supply a specially crafted pointer potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.

CVSS Score

8.8

HIGH

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

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-7017.html

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-21976?

CVE-2024-21976 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Improper input validation in the NPU driver could allow an attacker to supply a specially crafted pointer potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.

How severe is CVE-2024-21976?

CVE-2024-21976 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-21976?

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