Privilege escalation in Intel TDX Module Software
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2024-39283 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-791 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software |
Intel Trust Domain Extensions (TDX) module Hardware solutions / Firmware |
| Vendor | Intel |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Incomplete Filtering of Special Elements
EUVDB-ID: #VU96066
Risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: 5.6 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-39283
CWE-ID:
CWE-791 - Incomplete Filtering of Special Elements
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to compromise the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to incomplete filtering of special elements. A local administrator can gain elevated privileges on the target system.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsIntel Trust Domain Extensions (TDX) module: before 1.5.01.00.592
CPE2.3 External linkshttps://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-01010.html
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
