SB2022071265 - Return stack buffer underflow in Intel processors
Published: July 12, 2022
Security Bulletin ID
SB2022071265
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Information disclosure
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Processor optimization removal or modification of security-critical code (CVE-ID: CVE-2022-29901)
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to the way non-transparent sharing of branch predictor targets between contexts. A local user can exploit the vulnerability to gain access to sensitive information.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.