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CVE-2022-22374

First published: Fri Mar 11 2022(Updated: )

The BMC (IBM Power 9 AC922 OP910, OP920, OP930, and OP940) may be subject to a firmware downgrade attack which may affect its ability to operate its host. IBM X-Force ID: 221442.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
openbmc-project OpenBMC<=OP910
openbmc-project OpenBMC<=OP940
IBM Power9 system firmware=op910
IBM Power9 system firmware=op920
IBM Power9 system firmware=op930
IBM Power9 system firmware=op940
IBM PowerPC Power9

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-22374?

    CVE-2022-22374 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to compromise the operational integrity of affected BMC systems.

  • How do I fix CVE-2022-22374?

    To fix CVE-2022-22374, ensure that your BMC firmware is updated to the latest version and disable any unnecessary downgrade pathways.

  • Which IBM products are affected by CVE-2022-22374?

    CVE-2022-22374 affects IBM Power 9 systems, specifically the OP910, OP920, OP930, and OP940 versions.

  • What impact does CVE-2022-22374 have on system operations?

    CVE-2022-22374 can lead to firmware downgrade attacks that may disrupt the BMC's functionality and subsequently affect the host system's operations.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2022-22374?

    Currently, the recommended mitigation for CVE-2022-22374 is to keep the BMC firmware updated and to implement security policies that restrict firmware changes.

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