CVE-2023-20556:
First published: Tue Aug 08 2023(Updated: )
Insufficient validation of the IOCTL (Input Output Control) input buffer in AMD ?Prof may allow an authenticated user to send an arbitrary buffer potentially resulting in a Windows crash leading to denial of service.
Credit: psirt@amd.com psirt@amd.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Amd Amd Uprof | <4.1.396 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Amd Amd Uprof | <4.1-424 | |
| Linux Linux kernel |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-20556?
CVE-2023-20556 is a vulnerability in AMD ?Prof that allows an authenticated user to send an arbitrary buffer potentially resulting in a Windows crash leading to denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2023-20556?
CVE-2023-20556 has a severity level of medium (5.5).
Which software is affected by CVE-2023-20556?
The affected software is AMD ?Prof version up to 4.1.396.
Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2023-20556?
No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2023-20556.
Is the Linux Kernel affected by CVE-2023-20556?
No, the Linux Kernel is not vulnerable to CVE-2023-20556.
How can I fix CVE-2023-20556?
To fix CVE-2023-20556, update AMD ?Prof to version 4.1-424 or later.
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