Buffer Validation Flaw in AMD BIOS Enables Potential Code Execution
CVE-2021-26316
7.8HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
- Amd
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 11 January 2023
Summary
A vulnerability exists in the BIOS of AMD products due to improper validation of the communication buffer and service. This oversight could allow attackers to exploit the buffer, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution in the System Management Mode (SMM). This type of vulnerability poses significant risks as it operates at a high privilege level within the BIOS, enabling unauthorized access and control over the system.
Affected Version(s)
1st Gen EPYC x86 various
2nd Gen EPYC x86 Various
3rd Gen EPYC x86 various
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved
Collectors
NVD DatabaseMitre Database