CVE-2024-38797 — MEDIUM (4.6)

Vulnerability Description

EDK2 contains a vulnerability in the HashPeImageByType(). A user may cause a read out of bounds when a corrupted data pointer and length are sent via an adjecent network. A successful exploit of this vulnerability may lead to a loss of Integrity and/or Availability.

CVSS Score

4.6

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

ADJACENT_NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

LOW

Availability

LOW

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-125

References

https://github.com/tianocore/edk2/security/advisories/GHSA-4wjw-6xmf-44xf

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-38797?

CVE-2024-38797 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). EDK2 contains a vulnerability in the HashPeImageByType(). A user may cause a read out of bounds when a corrupted data pointer and length are sent via an adjecent network. A successful exploit of this ...

How severe is CVE-2024-38797?

CVE-2024-38797 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-38797?

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