CVE-2024-21966
First published: Tue Feb 11 2025(Updated: )
A DLL hijacking vulnerability in the AMD Ryzen™ Master Utility could allow an attacker to achieve privilege escalation, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution.
Credit: psirt@amd.com
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-21966?
CVE-2024-21966 has a high severity due to its potential for privilege escalation and arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2024-21966?
To fix CVE-2024-21966, update to the latest version of the AMD Ryzen Master Utility provided by AMD.
What software is affected by CVE-2024-21966?
CVE-2024-21966 specifically affects the AMD Ryzen Master Utility.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-21966?
CVE-2024-21966 is a DLL hijacking vulnerability.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-21966?
The potential impacts of CVE-2024-21966 include privilege escalation and arbitrary code execution by an attacker.
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