CVE-2026-0940
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Received - Intake
Improper Initialization in ThinkPad BIOS Allows Local Code Execution
Publication date: 2026-03-11
Last updated on: 2026-03-11
Assigner: Lenovo Group Ltd.
Description
Description
A potential improper initialization vulnerability was reported in the BIOS of some ThinkPads that could allow a local privileged user to modify data and execute arbitrary code.
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| lenovo | thinkpad_bios | * |
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Exploitability
CWE
KEV
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-665 | The product does not initialize or incorrectly initializes a resource, which might leave the resource in an unexpected state when it is accessed or used. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is an improper initialization issue found in the BIOS of some Lenovo ThinkPad devices. It could allow a local user with high privileges to modify data and execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow a local privileged user to alter system data and run arbitrary code, potentially leading to full system compromise, data corruption, or unauthorized actions within the BIOS environment.
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