Vulnerability identifier: #VU97424
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: 0.2 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:P/PR:H/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-203
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processors
Hardware solutions /
Firmware
Intel Xeon D Processors
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Firmware
Intel Processor Microcode Package for Linux
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Firmware
Vendor: Intel
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to observable discrepancy in Running Average Power Limit (RAPL) interface. A local privileged user can gain access to potentially sensitive information.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processors: All versions
Intel Xeon D Processors: All versions
Intel Processor Microcode Package for Linux: 20190312 - 20240813
External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-01103.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.