CVE-2023-20561

Description

Insufficient validation of the IOCTL (Input Output Control) input buffer in AMD μProf may allow an authenticated user to send an arbitrary address potentially resulting in a Windows crash leading to denial of service.

5.5

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.06%

Vendor Advisory amd.com

Affected: AMD μProf

References

Link	Tags
https://www.amd.com/en/corporate/product-security/bulletin/AMD-SB-7003	patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-20561?: CVE-2023-20561 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-20561?: To fix CVE-2023-20561, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-20561 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-20561 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-20561?: CVE-2023-20561 affects AMD μProf, AMD μProf.

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