Buffer Overflow in Intel Trusted Execution Technology Across Various Chipsets
CVE-2011-5174

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor
Intel
Status
Sinit Authenticated Code Module
C202 Chipset
C204 Chipset
C206 Chipset
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 September 2012

Summary

The vulnerability arises from a buffer overflow in the SINIT Authenticated Code Modules (ACM) located in various Intel chipsets. This flaw enables local users to potentially bypass the protective mechanisms of Intel's Trusted Execution Technology (TXT) by leveraging unspecified attack vectors. Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of sensitive operations within the affected systems.

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/47096
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http://osvdb.org/77554
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http://theinvisiblethings.blogspot.com/2011/12/exploring-...
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Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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