Improper Access Control Vulnerability in Intel SGX-Enabled Processors
CVE-2024-36293

6.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Intel
Status
Intel(r) Processors With Intel(r) Sgx
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 February 2025

Summary

The vulnerability arises from improper access control in the EDECCSSA user leaf function of certain Intel SGX-enabled processors. This flaw could potentially allow an authenticated user to wreak havoc by enabling a denial of service condition through local access. As a result, systems using these processors may become unresponsive or experience degradation in performance. It's crucial for users to be aware of this vulnerability and to apply any patches or mitigations recommended by Intel to protect their systems.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) Processors with Intel(R) SGX See references

References

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

CVSS V4

Score:
6.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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