Improper Input Validation in UEFI Firmware for Intel Processors

CVE-2023-43758

What is CVE-2023-43758?

An improper input validation issue in the UEFI firmware for several Intel processors may enable a local privileged user to escalate privileges. This vulnerability poses a potential security risk, allowing unauthorized access to elevated privileges, which could lead to further exploitation of the system. It is critical for users and administrators to review the affected systems and apply necessary mitigations as outlined in the Intel security advisory.

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