CVE-2020-12960 : What You Need to Know

AMD Graphics Driver for Windows 10, amdfender.sys may improperly handle input validation on InputBuffer which may result in a denial of service (DoS).

Understanding CVE-2020-12960

AMD Radeon Software and Radeon Pro Software for Enterprise are affected by a vulnerability that could lead to a denial of service (DoS) attack.

What is CVE-2020-12960?

CVE-2020-12960 is a vulnerability in AMD Graphics Driver for Windows 10 that could be exploited to cause a denial of service by mishandling input validation.

The Impact of CVE-2020-12960

The vulnerability could allow an attacker to trigger a denial of service condition on systems running the affected AMD Radeon Software and Radeon Pro Software for Enterprise.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-12960

Vulnerability Description

Type: Input Validation Issue
Component: amdfender.sys
Risk: Denial of Service (DoS)

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Products: AMD Radeon Software, Radeon Pro Software for Enterprise
Vulnerable Versions:
Radeon Software: < 21.4.1
Radeon Pro Software for Enterprise: < 21.Q2

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability arises from improper handling of input validation on InputBuffer within the AMD Graphics Driver for Windows 10.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the latest security patches provided by AMD.
Monitor AMD's security bulletins for updates and advisories.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update AMD Radeon Software and Radeon Pro Software for Enterprise to the latest versions.
Implement robust input validation mechanisms in software development processes.

Patching and Updates

AMD has released updates to address the vulnerability. Ensure timely installation of these patches to mitigate the risk of exploitation.