Improper Input Validation in AMD Hardware Allows Possible Memory Overwrite
CVE-2024-21947

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Amd
Status
Amd Ryzen™ Threadripper™ 3000 Processors
Amd Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Pro 5000 Wx-series Processors
Amd Ryzen™ 7030 Series Mobile Processors With Radeon™ Graphics
Amd Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Pro 3000 Wx-series Processors
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 September 2025

What is CVE-2024-21947?

An improper input validation issue in the system management mode (SMM) of AMD processors may allow a privileged attacker to overwrite arbitrary memory. This vulnerability could enable the execution of arbitrary code at the SMM level, potentially compromising the integrity of the system. It is essential for AMD users and administrators to take necessary precautions and apply security updates to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

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Affected Version(s)

AMD Athlon™ 3000 Series Desktop Processors with Radeon™ Graphics ComboAM4 1.0.0.B

AMD Athlon™ 3000 Series Mobile Processors with Radeon™ Graphics Picasso-FP5 1.0.1.1

AMD Ryzen™ 3000 Series Desktop Processors ComboAM4 1.0.0.B

References

https://www.amd.com/en/resources/product-security/bulleti...
https://www.amd.com/en/resources/product-security/bulleti...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Reported through AMD Bug Bounty Program
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