CVE-2024-39707 — MEDIUM (5.3)

Vulnerability Description

Insyde IHISI function 0x49 can restore factory defaults for certain UEFI variables without further authentication by default, which could lead to a possible roll-back attack in certain platforms. This is fixed in: kernel 5.2, version 05.29.19; kernel 5.3, version 05.38.19; kernel 5.4, version 05.46.19; kernel 5.5, version 05.54.19; kernel 5.6, version 05.61.19.

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-306

References

https://www.insyde.com/security-pledge/SA-2024007

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-39707?

CVE-2024-39707 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). Insyde IHISI function 0x49 can restore factory defaults for certain UEFI variables without further authentication by default, which could lead to a possible roll-back attack in certain platforms. This...

How severe is CVE-2024-39707?

CVE-2024-39707 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-2024-39707?

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