SB2024082017 - Privilege escalation in Intel Processor Stream Cache 



SB2024082017 - Privilege escalation in Intel Processor Stream Cache

Published: August 20, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024082017
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper isolation or compartmentalization (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-49141)

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to an improper isolation in some Intel Processors stream cache mechanism. A local user can execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.