Possible Escalation of Privilege Vulnerability in Intel Core Processor Stream Cache Mechanism
CVE-2023-42667

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Intel
Status
Intel(r) Core(tm) Ultra Processor Stream Cache Mechanism
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 August 2024

Summary

The vulnerability arises from improper isolation within the stream cache mechanism of Intel(R) Core(TM) Ultra Processors. This issue potentially allows an authenticated user to leverage local access to facilitate an escalation of privilege. Organizations using affected Intel processors should review their security postures and apply any necessary mitigations as provided in the security advisory.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) Core(TM) Ultra Processor stream cache mechanism See references

References

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/a...

CVSS V3.1

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

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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