CVE-2019-7247
First published: Mon May 18 2020(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in AODDriver2.sys in AMD OverDrive. The vulnerable driver exposes a wrmsr instruction via IOCTL 0x81112ee0 and does not properly filter the Model Specific Register (MSR). Allowing arbitrary MSR writes can lead to Ring-0 code execution and escalation of privileges.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| AMD OverDrive |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-7247?
CVE-2019-7247 has a high severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution and privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2019-7247?
To fix CVE-2019-7247, ensure that you update the AMD OverDrive software to the latest version with the necessary security patches.
What systems are affected by CVE-2019-7247?
CVE-2019-7247 affects systems running AMD OverDrive that utilize the AODDriver2.sys driver.
What exploit can occur due to CVE-2019-7247?
CVE-2019-7247 can be exploited to allow arbitrary Model Specific Register (MSR) writes, leading to Ring-0 code execution.
Who is the vendor for CVE-2019-7247?
The vendor for CVE-2019-7247 is AMD, with the vulnerability stemming from their OverDrive software.
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