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Critical AMI BMC Vulnerability: Remote Server Takeover and Bricking Risks

Discover the latest critical vulnerability in AMI's MegaRAC BMC software that allows attackers to bypass authentication and execute severe post-exploitation actions.

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By Tom Grant
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Critical AMI BMC Vulnerability: Remote Server Takeover and Bricking Risks

TL;DR

A newly disclosed critical vulnerability in AMI’s MegaRAC Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) software allows attackers to bypass authentication and perform severe post-exploitation actions. This flaw, tracked as CVE-2024-54085, has a CVSS v4 score of 10.0, indicating maximum severity.

Critical Vulnerability in AMI’s MegaRAC BMC Software

A critical security vulnerability has been disclosed in AMI’s MegaRAC Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) software. This flaw allows attackers to bypass authentication and execute severe post-exploitation actions, posing significant risks to server security.

Vulnerability Details

The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-54085, carries a CVSS v4 score of 10.0, indicating maximum severity. This means that both local and remote attackers can exploit the vulnerability by accessing the BMC, leading to potential server takeover and bricking1.

Impact and Risks

  • Authentication Bypass: Attackers can circumvent security measures, gaining unauthorized access to the BMC.
  • Post-Exploitation Actions: Once access is gained, attackers can perform various malicious activities, including data exfiltration, system manipulation, and complete server control.
  • Server Bricking: In severe cases, the vulnerability can be exploited to render the server unusable, effectively “bricking” it.

Mitigation and Protection

Organizations are urged to apply the necessary patches and updates provided by AMI to mitigate this vulnerability. Regular security audits and monitoring can also help detect and prevent potential exploitation attempts.

Conclusion

The critical vulnerability in AMI’s MegaRAC BMC software highlights the importance of timely security updates and vigilant monitoring. Organizations must prioritize patch management and security best practices to protect against such severe threats.

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References

  1. (2025, March 18). “New Critical AMI BMC Vulnerability Enables Remote Server Takeover and Bricking”. The Hacker News. Retrieved 2025-03-18. ↩︎

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