CVE-2024-20669

Summary

CVE-2024-20669 is a newly discovered vulnerability affecting Secure Boot, a critical security feature designed to verify the authenticity of a device's boot process. Hackers can exploit this vulnerability to bypass Secure Boot and load unauthorized firmware, potentially gaining unauthorized access to a system or device. This can lead to various malicious activities, including data theft, system takeover, or distribution of malware. Despite the severity of this issue, no specific details about the cause or impact of this vulnerability have been disclosed yet. It's recommended that users and organizations apply patches as soon as they become available to minimize the risk of exploitation.

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