CVE-2023-48733
CVSS 3.1 Score 6.7 of 10 (medium)
Details
Published Feb 14, 2024
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Summary
CVE-2023-48733 is a vulnerability affecting Ubuntu's EDK2, which insecurely allows UEFI Shell by default. This issue exposes Secure Boot to OS-resident attackers, permitting them to bypass the security feature and potentially gain unauthorized access to the system. Ubuntu has released updates to address this vulnerability, and it is recommended that users apply these patches promptly to mitigate the risk. Failure to do so may enable attackers to install and run unauthorized software, compromising the integrity and confidentiality of the affected system.
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