PT-2019-1746 · Intel · Intel Core Processor Platform Sample/Silicon Reference Firmware For 8Th Generation Intel Core Processor+1
Published
2019-03-12
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Updated
2019-10-03
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CVE-2018-12202
CVSS v2.0
7.2
High
| Vector | AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C |
Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
Intel Platform Sample/Silicon Reference firmware for 8th Generation Intel Core Processor
Intel Platform Sample/Silicon Reference firmware for 7th Generation Intel Core Processor
Description
The issue is related to a privilege escalation vulnerability in the firmware, potentially allowing a privileged user to leverage existing features via local access. It is associated with inadequate access control, which could enable an attacker to elevate their privileges.
Recommendations
For Intel Platform Sample/Silicon Reference firmware for 8th Generation Intel Core Processor, consider restricting local access to minimize the risk of exploitation.
For Intel Platform Sample/Silicon Reference firmware for 7th Generation Intel Core Processor, consider restricting local access to minimize the risk of exploitation.
At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.
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Weakness Enumeration
Related Identifiers
Affected Products
Intel Core Processor Platform Sample/Silicon Reference Firmware For 7Th Generation Intel Core Processor
Intel Core Processor Platform Sample/Silicon Reference Firmware For 8Th Generation Intel Core Processor