CVE-2020-12981: Input Validation

Published Jun 11, 2021
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Updated

An insufficient input validation in the AMD Graphics Driver for Windows 10 may allow unprivileged users to unload the driver, potentially causing memory corruptions in high privileged processes, which can lead to escalation of privileges or denial of service.

Affected Software

4 affected components
AMD Radeon Pro Software<21.q1
AMD Radeon Software<20.7.1
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10

Event History

Jun 11, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:49 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:49 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-12981?

CVE-2020-12981 is an insufficient input validation vulnerability in the AMD Graphics Driver for Windows 10.

2

How does CVE-2020-12981 affect the AMD Graphics Driver?

CVE-2020-12981 may allow unprivileged users to unload the driver, potentially causing memory corruptions in high privileged processes.

3

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2020-12981?

CVE-2020-12981 can lead to escalation of privileges or denial of service.

4

Which versions of the AMD Graphics Driver for Windows 10 are affected?

Versions up to and excluding 21.q1 of Amd Radeon Pro Software and versions up to and excluding 20.7.1 of AMD Radeon Software are affected by CVE-2020-12981.

5

How can I fix CVE-2020-12981?

To fix CVE-2020-12981, users should update their AMD Graphics Driver for Windows to a version that includes the necessary security patches.

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