Denial of Service Risk in AMD Graphics Driver for Windows 10
CVE-2020-12960

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Amd
Status
Amd Radeon Software
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 November 2021

Summary

The AMD Graphics Driver for Windows 10, specifically the amdfender.sys component, may have improper input validation on InputBuffer, which could lead to a potential denial of service. This vulnerability allows an attacker to exploit the flaw and disrupt service, affecting system stability and performance. Users are advised to review the security bulletin from AMD for mitigation strategies and updates.

Affected Version(s)

AMD Radeon Software Radeon Software < 21.4.1

AMD Radeon Software Radeon Pro Software for Enterprise < 21.Q2

References

https://www.amd.com/en/corporate/product-security/bulleti...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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