AI Threat Alert
CVE-2021-42060
AWAITING NVDAn issue was discovered in Insyde InsydeH2O Kernel 5.0 through 05.08.41, Kernel 5.1 through 05.16.41, Kernel 5.2 before 05.23.22, and Kernel 5.3 before 05.32.22. An Int15ServiceSmm SMM callout vulnerability allows an attacker to hijack execution flow of code running in System Management Mode....
Full CISO analysis pending enrichment.
What systems are affected?
| Package | Ecosystem | Vulnerable Range | Patched |
|---|---|---|---|
| n/a | — | — | No patch |
Do you use n/a? You're affected.
How severe is it?
What should I do?
No patch available
Monitor for updates. Consider compensating controls or temporary mitigations.
Which compliance frameworks are affected?
Compliance analysis pending. Sign in for full compliance mapping when available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-42060?
An issue was discovered in Insyde InsydeH2O Kernel 5.0 through 05.08.41, Kernel 5.1 through 05.16.41, Kernel 5.2 before 05.23.22, and Kernel 5.3 before 05.32.22. An Int15ServiceSmm SMM callout vulnerability allows an attacker to hijack execution flow of code running in System Management Mode. Exploiting this issue could lead to escalating privileges to SMM.
Is CVE-2021-42060 actively exploited?
No confirmed active exploitation of CVE-2021-42060 has been reported, but organizations should still patch proactively.
How to fix CVE-2021-42060?
No patch is currently available. Monitor vendor advisories for updates.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2021-42060?
No CVSS score has been assigned yet.
What are the technical details?
Original Advisory
An issue was discovered in Insyde InsydeH2O Kernel 5.0 through 05.08.41, Kernel 5.1 through 05.16.41, Kernel 5.2 before 05.23.22, and Kernel 5.3 before 05.32.22. An Int15ServiceSmm SMM callout vulnerability allows an attacker to hijack execution flow of code running in System Management Mode. Exploiting this issue could lead to escalating privileges to SMM.
References
- cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-306654.pdf x_refsource_CONFIRM
- security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20220217-0015/ x_refsource_CONFIRM
- insyde.com/security-pledge x_refsource_MISC
- insyde.com/security-pledge/SA-2022007 x_refsource_MISC