CVE-2024-40431 — HIGH (8.8)

Vulnerability Description

A lack of input validation in Realtek SD card reader driver before 10.0.26100.21374 through the implementation of the IOCTL_SCSI_PASS_THROUGH control of the SD card reader driver allows an attacker to write to predictable kernel memory locations, even as a low-privileged user.

CVSS Score

8.8

HIGH

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

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

References

https://zwclose.github.io/2024/10/14/rtsper1.html

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-40431?

CVE-2024-40431 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). A lack of input validation in Realtek SD card reader driver before 10.0.26100.21374 through the implementation of the IOCTL_SCSI_PASS_THROUGH control of the SD card reader driver allows an attacker to...

How severe is CVE-2024-40431?

CVE-2024-40431 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-2024-40431?

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