Insufficient Key Protection in Intel Processors
CVE-2019-0120
Key Information:
- Vendor
Intel
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 17 May 2019
What is CVE-2019-0120?
An insufficient key protection vulnerability exists in the silicon reference firmware for various Intel processors that could allow a privileged user to potentially trigger a denial of service through local access. This could disrupt normal operations, making it crucial for users to be aware of the risks and apply appropriate safeguards.

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Affected Version(s)
Intel(R) Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) Intel(R) Pentium(R) Processor J Series, Intel(R) Pentium(R) Processor N Series, Intel(R) Celeron(R) J Series, Intel(R) Celeron(R) N Series, Intel(R) Atom(R) Processor A Series, Intel(R) Atom(R) Processor E3900 Series, Intel(R) Pentium(R) Processor Silver Series.
References
CVSS V3.1
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved