CVE-2022-4020
HIGHCVSS 8.2/10EPSS 0.24%
Last modified
CVE-2022-4020 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.2/10 on the CVSS scale. Vulnerability in the HQSwSmiDxe DXE driver on some consumer Acer Notebook devices may allow an attacker with elevated privileges to modify UEFI Secure Boot settings by modifying an NVRAM variable. . EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Vulnerability in the HQSwSmiDxe DXE driver on some consumer Acer Notebook devices may allow an attacker with elevated privileges to modify UEFI Secure Boot settings by modifying an NVRAM variable.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Acer | Aspire A315-22g Firmware | All versions |
| Acer | Aspire A115-21 Firmware | All versions |
| Acer | Aspire A315-22 Firmware | All versions |
| Acer | Extensa Ex215-21 Firmware | All versions |
| Acer | Extensa Ex215-21g Firmware | All versions |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-4020?
Vulnerability in the HQSwSmiDxe DXE driver on some consumer Acer Notebook devices may allow an attacker with elevated privileges to modify UEFI Secure Boot settings by modifying an NVRAM variable.
How severe is CVE-2022-4020?
CVE-2022-4020 has a CVSS score of 8.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-4020?
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-2022-4020?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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