Vulnerability identifier: #VU28972
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-416
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Active Management Technology SDK
Hardware solutions /
Security hardware applicances
Standard Manageability (ISM)
Hardware solutions /
Security hardware applicances
Vendor: Intel
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error in IPv6 subsystem. A remote attacker can gain elevated privileges on the target system.
Note: This vulnerability affects the following versions of Intel AMT and ISM:
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Active Management Technology SDK: All versions
Standard Manageability (ISM): All versions
External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00295.html
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.