RX 7000 Updates: Gigabyte Also Patches Security Flaws via vBIOS Update
The security issue affecting the AMD Radeon RX 7000 series is proving to be a widespread matter rather than a vendor-specific bug. Following Sapphire's lead, Gigabyte has also started distributing vBIOS updates to resolve the flaw.
Not Just a Sapphire Issue
Earlier reports highlighted that Sapphire was providing BIOS updates for its Radeon RX 7000 models to fix an unspecified security problem. At that time, it was unclear whether the issue was limited to specific board partner designs. However, Gigabyte's recent actions confirm that the problem is more systemic.
In its update descriptions, Gigabyte explicitly cites the vulnerability identifier AMD-SN-6023. This indicates that the flaw resides within the AMD VBIOS itself, meaning the issue affects the entire Radeon RX 7000 lineup across different manufacturers, rather than being a localized hardware design error.
The Status of AMD-SN-6023
While the necessity of a firmware flash is confirmed, specific technical details regarding AMD-SN-6023 remain unavailable. Currently, the official AMD documentation for this identifier does not provide a detailed breakdown of the vulnerability or its potential impact. Nevertheless, the move by major partners to patch the firmware underscores the importance of the update.
Other major board partners, including Asus, ASRock, PowerColor, and XFX, have not yet released corresponding updates according to recent checks. It remains to be seen whether these manufacturers will follow suit or wait for further guidance from AMD. Users with Gigabyte or Sapphire cards should check the official manufacturer websites for the latest vBIOS versions.
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