CVE-2024-26175

CVSS 3.1 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Apr 9, 2024
Updated: Jan 8, 2025
CWE ID 125

Summary

CVE-2024-26175 is a newly disclosed vulnerability affecting Secure Boot, a critical security feature designed to prevent unauthorized boot loaders from running on a system. Malicious actors can exploit this vulnerability to bypass Secure Boot and load unauthorized code, potentially leading to the compromise of the entire system. The exact details of the exploit are not yet publicly known, but system administrators and security teams are strongly encouraged to apply any available patches as soon as possible to mitigate the risk. This vulnerability highlights the importance of keeping operating systems and firmware up to date to protect against emerging threats.

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