Vulnerability identifier: #VU28983
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Intel Trusted Execution Engine Firmware
Hardware solutions /
Firmware
Vendor: Intel
Description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.
The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in subsystem. An attacker with physical access can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the application.
Note: This vulnerability affects the following versions of Intel TXE:Mitigation
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Vulnerable software versions
Intel Trusted Execution Engine 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. The attacker should have physical access to the system in order to successfully exploit this vulnerability.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.