CVE-2021-4210
MEDIUMCVSS 6.7/10EPSS 0.24%
Last modified
CVE-2021-4210 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.7/10 on the CVSS scale. A potential vulnerability in the SMI callback function used in the NVME driver in some Lenovo Desktop, ThinkStation, and ThinkEdge models may allow an attacker with local access and elevated privileges to execute arbitrary code.. EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A potential vulnerability in the SMI callback function used in the NVME driver in some Lenovo Desktop, ThinkStation, and ThinkEdge models may allow an attacker with local access and elevated privileges to execute arbitrary code.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Lenovo | Stadia Ggp-120 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkedge Se30 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | V540-24iwl Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkstation P520 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkstation P310 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | V50t-13imb Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkstation P520c Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | A540-27icb Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | A540-24icb Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Ideacentre G5-14imb05 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | V410z Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkcentre M910z Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkcentre M70a Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkcentre M75n Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkcentre X1 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkcentre M900 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkcentre M810z Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkcentre M90a Gen2 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkcentre M820z Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Ideacentre Aio 3-27itl6 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Ideacentre Aio 3-24itl6 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkcentre M900x Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkcentre M800 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Ideacentre Aio 3-24iil5 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkcentre M700 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkcentre M700 Tiny Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Ideacentre Aio 3-24ada6 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Ideacentre Aio 3-22itl6 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Ideacentre Aio 3-22iil5 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Ideacentre Aio 3-22ada6 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Ideacentre 5-14imb05 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Ideacentre C5-14imb05 Firmware | All versions |
References
- https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/LEN-77639Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/LEN-77639Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-4210?
A potential vulnerability in the SMI callback function used in the NVME driver in some Lenovo Desktop, ThinkStation, and ThinkEdge models may allow an attacker with local access and elevated privileges to execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2021-4210?
CVE-2021-4210 has a CVSS score of 6.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-4210?
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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