SB2024122740 - Ubuntu update for intel-microcode 



SB2024122740 - Ubuntu update for intel-microcode

Published: December 27, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024122740
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 5
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 5 secuirty vulnerabilities.


1) Incorrect default permissions (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-21820)

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

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions in some Intel Xeon processor memory controller configurations when using Intel SGX. A local user escalate privileges on the system.


2) Improper Check for Unusual or Exceptional Conditions (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-23918)

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper error handling in Intel SGX. A local user can execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.


3) Improper finite state machines in hardware logic (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-21853)

The vulnerability allows a local user to perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in hardware logic. A local unprivileged user can perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.


4) Observable discrepancy (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-23984)

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

The vulnerability exists due to observable discrepancy in Running Average Power Limit (RAPL) interface. A local privileged user can gain access to potentially sensitive information.


5) State Issues (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-24968)

The vulnerability allows a local user to perform a denial of service attack.

The vulnerability exists due to improper finite state machines (FSMs) in hardware logic. A local privileged user can perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.