CVE-2024-33657: This SMM vulnerability affects certain modules, allowing privileged attackers to execute arbitrary code, manip
CVE-2024-33657 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting aptio v. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
This SMM vulnerability affects certain modules, allowing privileged attackers to execute arbitrary code, manipulate stack memory, and leak information from SMRAM to kernel space, potentially leading to denial-of-service attacks.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.2% (top 91%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-20 |
| Published | 2024-08-21 |
| 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-2024-33657?
aptio v: upgrade to newer than 5.36. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-33657 being exploited?
CVE-2024-33657 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-2024-33657 affect?
CVE-2024-33657 affects aptio v. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). This SMM vulnerability affects certain modules, allowing privileged attackers to execute arbitrary code, manipulate stack memory, and leak information from SMRAM to kernel space, potentially leading to denial-of-service attacks.
How urgent is CVE-2024-33657?
Priority 30/100. High severity
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