CVE-2018-8936
UnknownEPSS 1.81%
Last modified
CVE-2018-8936 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The AMD EPYC Server, Ryzen, Ryzen Pro, and Ryzen Mobile processor chips allow Platform Security Processor (PSP) privilege escalation.. EPSS estimates a 1.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The AMD EPYC Server, Ryzen, Ryzen Pro, and Ryzen Mobile processor chips allow Platform Security Processor (PSP) privilege escalation.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Amd | Ryzen Mobile Firmware | All versions |
| Amd | Ryzen Pro Firmware | All versions |
| Amd | Epyc Server Firmware | All versions |
| Amd | Ryzen Firmware | All versions |
References
- https://amdflaws.com/Third Party Advisory
- https://blog.trailofbits.com/2018/03/15/amd-flaws-technical-summary/Third Party Advisory
- https://safefirmware.com/amdflaws_whitepaper.pdfThird Party Advisory
- https://amdflaws.com/Third Party Advisory
- https://blog.trailofbits.com/2018/03/15/amd-flaws-technical-summary/Third Party Advisory
- https://safefirmware.com/amdflaws_whitepaper.pdfThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-8936?
The AMD EPYC Server, Ryzen, Ryzen Pro, and Ryzen Mobile processor chips allow Platform Security Processor (PSP) privilege escalation.
How severe is CVE-2018-8936?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-8936 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-8936?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2018-8936?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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