CVE-2023-34853
CVSS 3.1 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)
Details
Published Aug 22, 2023
Updated: Aug 29, 2023
CWE ID 787
Summary
CVE-2023-34853 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting Supermicro motherboard X12DPG-QR 1.4b. An attacker who gains local access can exploit this flaw by manipulating the SmcSecurityEraseSetupVar variable, leading to unintended code execution and potential control hijacking. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to system integrity and demands immediate mitigation efforts. Users are advised to apply the available patch or upgrade their motherboard to a secure version to protect against potential attacks.
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