CVE-2025-54517
Published May 15, 2026
·Updated
Out of bounds write in AMD AMDGV_CMD_GET_DIAG_DATA ioctl handler could allow a local user to escalate privileges via remote code execution.
Affected Software
1 affected component
AMD amdgpu
Event History
May 15, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:44 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:44 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-54517?
CVE-2025-54517 has a high severity due to the potential for privilege escalation and remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-54517?
To fix CVE-2025-54517, users should update to the latest version of the AMD GPU driver as recommended by AMD.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2025-54517?
CVE-2025-54517 affects systems utilizing AMD AMDGPU drivers.
4
What is the impact of CVE-2025-54517?
The impact of CVE-2025-54517 includes possible privilege escalation vulnerabilities that could lead to unauthorized access.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-54517?
Currently, there are no known workarounds for CVE-2025-54517 aside from applying the security updates.