CVE-2020-12927
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2020-12927 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A potential vulnerability in a dynamically loaded AMD driver in AMD VBIOS Flash Tool SDK may allow any authenticated user to escalate privileges to NT authority system.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A potential vulnerability in a dynamically loaded AMD driver in AMD VBIOS Flash Tool SDK may allow any authenticated user to escalate privileges to NT authority system.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Amd | Vbios Flash Tool Software Development Kit | < 3.12 |
References
- https://www.amd.com/en/corporate/product-securityVendor Advisory
- https://www.amd.com/en/corporate/product-securityVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-12927?
A potential vulnerability in a dynamically loaded AMD driver in AMD VBIOS Flash Tool SDK may allow any authenticated user to escalate privileges to NT authority system.
How severe is CVE-2020-12927?
CVE-2020-12927 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-12927?
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.
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