CVE-2022-29278: High severity insyde kernel vulnerability

Published Nov 15, 2022
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Updated

Incorrect pointer checks within the NvmExpressDxe driver can allow tampering with SMRAM and OS memory Incorrect pointer checks within the NvmExpressDxe driver can allow tampering with SMRAM and OS memory. This issue was discovered by Insyde during security review. Fixed in: Kernel 5.1: Version 05.17.23 Kernel 5.2: Version 05.27.23 Kernel 5.3: Version 05.36.23 Kernel 5.4: Version 05.44.23 Kernel 5.5: Version 05.52.23 https://www.insyde.com/security-pledge/SA-2022061

Affected Software

5 affected components
Insyde kernel>=5.1<5.1.05.17.23
Insyde kernel>=5.2<5.2.05.27.23
Insyde kernel>=5.3<5.3.05.36.23
Insyde kernel>=5.4<5.4.05.44.23
Insyde kernel>=5.5<5.5.05.52.23

Event History

Nov 15, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-29278?

CVE-2022-29278 is a vulnerability in the NvmExpressDxe driver that allows tampering with SMRAM and OS memory.

2

How severe is CVE-2022-29278?

CVE-2022-29278 has a severity rating of 8.2 (high).

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-29278?

Versions 5.1 to 5.5 of the Insyde Kernel are affected by CVE-2022-29278.

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-29278?

To fix CVE-2022-29278, you should update your Insyde Kernel to a version higher than 5.5.05.52.23.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-29278?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-29278 on the Insyde security pledge page and SA-2022061.

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