MEDIUM
CVE-2025-48516
CWE-276Published: May 15, 2026· Updated: May 15, 2026
6.9
CVSS v3.1
EPSS:0.01%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:2.1th
Official Description
Insecure default configuration state of DDR5 memory module by AGESA Bootloader Firmware could allow an attacker with local user privilege to abuse the unprotected PMIC interface to create a permanent denial of service condition or affect the integrity of the memory module.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-48516 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires low privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.Low
User InteractionNone
ScopeX
Impact
Confidentiality
Integrity
Availability
CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2025-48516
CVSS Score6.9 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-276
CISA KEVNo
EPSS (30d)0.01%
PublishedMay 15, 2026
Related CVEs (CWE-276)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2025-48516 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.