Insufficient Memory Protection in Intel Core Processors Affecting Local Privilege Escalation
CVE-2019-0123

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Intel
Status
2019.2 Ipu – Intel(r) Sgx And Txt
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 November 2019

What is CVE-2019-0123?

Insufficient memory protection in Intel 6th Generation Core Processors and newer models that support Software Guard Extensions (SGX) may allow a privileged user with local access to enable escalation of privilege. This vulnerability poses a significant risk as it could allow unauthorized access to sensitive data and system control, making it vital for users and organizations to implement recommended security updates and mitigations.

Affected Version(s)

2019.2 IPU – Intel(R) SGX and TXT See provided reference

References

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/a...
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https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K81556107?utm_source=f...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2019-0123 : Insufficient Memory Protection in Intel Core Processors Affecting Local Privilege Escalation