Improper Access Control in Intel Optane SSD Firmware
CVE-2023-27879
4.6MEDIUM
Key Information:
- Vendor
Intel
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 14 November 2023
What is CVE-2023-27879?
An improper access control vulnerability in the firmware of select Intel Optane SSD products could permit an unauthorized user to access sensitive information through physical interaction with the device. This could lead to potential information disclosure, highlighting the importance of safeguarding these devices from unauthorized physical access.

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Affected Version(s)
Intel(R) Optane(TM) SSD products See references
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
4.6
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Physical
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved