Vulnerability identifier: #VU63181
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1:
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-252
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Intel Xeon D Processors
Hardware solutions /
Firmware
Intel Core X-series Processors
Hardware solutions /
Firmware
Intel Xeon Processor E7 v4 Family
Hardware solutions /
Firmware
Intel Xeon Processor E5 v4 Family
Hardware solutions /
Firmware
Vendor: Intel
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to unchecked return value in the BIOS firmware. A local user can gain access to potentially sensitive information.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Intel Xeon D Processors: All versions
Intel Core X-series Processors: All versions
Intel Xeon Processor E7 v4 Family: All versions
Intel Xeon Processor E5 v4 Family: All versions
CPE
External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00601.html
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?