PatchTheCVECVE-2024-21958: Incorrect default permissions in the AMD Provisioning Console installation directory could allow an attacker t
CVE-2024-21958 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.3) affecting provisioning console. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Incorrect default permissions in the AMD Provisioning Console installation directory could allow an attacker to achieve privilege escalation, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.3 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.3% (top 80%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-276 |
| Published | 2024-11-12 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2024-21958?
provisioning console: upgrade to 4.0.0.408. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-21958 being exploited?
CVE-2024-21958 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2024-21958 affect?
CVE-2024-21958 affects provisioning console. Severity is high (CVSS 7.3). Incorrect default permissions in the AMD Provisioning Console installation directory could allow an attacker to achieve privilege escalation, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution.
How urgent is CVE-2024-21958?
Priority 30/100. High severity