CVE-2023-22616
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.37%
Last modified
CVE-2023-22616 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Insyde InsydeH2O with kernel 5.2 through 5.5. The Save State register is not checked before use. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Insyde InsydeH2O with kernel 5.2 through 5.5. The Save State register is not checked before use. The IhisiSmm driver does not check the value of a save state register before use. Due to insufficient input validation, an attacker can corrupt SMRAM.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Insyde | Insydeh2o | >= 5.2, <= 5.5 |
References
- https://research.nccgroup.com/2023/04/11/stepping-insyde-system-management-mode/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.insyde.com/security-pledgeVendor Advisory
- https://www.insyde.com/security-pledge/SA-2023022Vendor Advisory
- https://research.nccgroup.com/2023/04/11/stepping-insyde-system-management-mode/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.insyde.com/security-pledgeVendor Advisory
- https://www.insyde.com/security-pledge/SA-2023022Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-22616?
An issue was discovered in Insyde InsydeH2O with kernel 5.2 through 5.5. The Save State register is not checked before use. The IhisiSmm driver does not check the value of a save state register before use. Due to insufficient input validation, an attacker can corrupt SMRAM.
How severe is CVE-2023-22616?
CVE-2023-22616 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-22616?
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-2023-22616?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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