SB2021042602 - Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 update for microcode_ctl 



SB2021042602 - Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 update for microcode_ctl

Published: April 26, 2021

Security Bulletin ID SB2021042602
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Security restrictions bypass (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8696)

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper removal of sensitive information before storage or transfer in some Intel(R) Processors. A local user can gain access to sensitive information on the system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.