CVE-2021-46891CWE-200

Vulnerability of incomplete read and write permission verification in the GPU module

published July 5, 2023

CVSS
—
EPSS
0%
Percentile
38.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky gap in GPU module permissions could open the door to chaos! An attacker could bypass security checks with surprising ease. 🛡️ Think of it as having a restaurant where the chef can access the storeroom without any check—if they can waltz in, they could tamper with the ingredients, ruining the whole meal! If exploited, this vulnerability could compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your services, potentially leading to serious disruptions or data tampering. An attacker could gain unauthorized access and wreak havoc on your system without even being detected!

Put simply

Think of it as having a restaurant where the chef can access the storeroom without any check—if they can waltz in, they could tamper with the ingredients, ruining the whole meal! This vulnerability arises from incomplete read and write permission verification in the GPU module. It allows an unauthorized user to bypass intended security restrictions, which can lead to data exposure or corruption.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your services, potentially leading to serious disruptions or data tampering. An attacker could gain unauthorized access and wreak havoc on your system without even being detected! To mitigate this vulnerability, ensure all permission checks are thoroughly audited and updated in the GPU module. Regularly review your security policies and restrict access to sensitive components to trusted users only. You've got this! With the right steps, you can safeguard your system and become a true security hero! 🚀

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00450 · 38.2th percentile
Weakness
CWE-200 · Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor
Published
2023-07-05T12:15Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 05 JUL 12:15Z
    Vulnerability of incomplete read and write permission verification in the GPU module
    cvelistv5