Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in AMD Software
CVE-2025-0046

7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Amd
Status
Amd Power Design Manager (pdm) Software Installer For Windows
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 August 2026

What is CVE-2025-0046?

A vulnerability exists in AMD Software due to incorrect directory permissions, which could permit a local user to escalate their privileges. This situation may lead to unauthorized actions, including the execution of arbitrary code. Proper configurations and updates are essential to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

AMD Power Design Manager (PDM) Software Installer for Windows 2026.1

References

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

CVSS V4

Score:
7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
Unknown

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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