Vulnerability identifier: #VU83403

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-27879

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Intel Optane Memory H20 with Solid State Storage
Hardware solutions / Firmware
Intel Optane SSD 9 Series
Hardware solutions / Firmware
Intel Optane SSD DC P4800X Series
Hardware solutions / Firmware
Intel Optane SSD DC P4801X Series
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows an attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. An attacker with physical access to the system can obtain potentially sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00758.html

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Q & A

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.