Vulnerability identifier: #VU28973
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 7.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-665
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Intel Server Platform Services Firmware
Web applications /
Other software
Vendor: Intel
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper initialization in subsystem. A local user can gain elevated privileges on the target system and cause a denial of service condition.
Note: This vulnerability affects the following versions of Intel SPS:
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Intel Server Platform Services Firmware: 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?
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.