CVE-2022-25478: High severity Realtek RtsPer vulnerability

Published Jul 2, 2024
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Updated

Vulnerability in Realtek RtsPer driver for PCIe Card Reader (RtsPer.sys) before 10.0.22000.21355 and Realtek RtsUer driver for USB Card Reader (RtsUer.sys) before 10.0.22000.31274 provides read and write access to the PCI configuration space of the device.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Realtek RtsPer<10.0.22000.21355
Realtek RtsUer<10.0.22000.31274

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Realtek RtsPer (RtsPer.sys) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.22000.21355
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade Realtek RtsUer (RtsUer.sys) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.22000.31274

Event History

Jul 2, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-25478?

CVE-2022-25478 has a critical severity level due to its potential to allow unauthorized read and write access to the device's PCI configuration space.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-25478?

To fix CVE-2022-25478, update the Realtek RtsPer driver to version 10.0.22000.21355 or higher and the Realtek RtsUer driver to version 10.0.22000.31274 or higher.

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2022-25478?

CVE-2022-25478 affects devices using the Realtek RtsPer driver for PCIe Card Reader and Realtek RtsUer driver for USB Card Reader.

4

What are the potential risks associated with CVE-2022-25478?

The risks of CVE-2022-25478 include unauthorized access to sensitive data and control over the device, leading to further attacks.

5

When was CVE-2022-25478 disclosed?

CVE-2022-25478 was disclosed as part of a series of security advisories by Realtek, highlighting vulnerabilities in their drivers.

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