Vulnerability identifier: #VU63078
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-287
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Intel In-Band Manageability
Server applications /
Remote management servers, RDP, SSH
Vendor: Intel
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to an error in authentication process. A remote authenticated user can bypass authentication process and escalate privileges on the system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Intel In-Band Manageability: 2.6.2 - 2.10.1
External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00549.html
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.