CVE-2023-20565

CVSS 3.1 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Nov 14, 2023
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
CWE ID 269

Summary

CVE-2023-20565 is a vulnerability affecting System Management Mode (SMM) code. The issue arises due to insufficient protections in the SMM code, potentially enabling an attacker to escalate privileges through local access. Successful exploitation could result in significant system compromise, emphasizing the importance of timely updates and robust security measures to mitigate this risk.

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