Ubuntu update for intel-microcode



Risk Low
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2022-21233
CWE-ID CWE-200
Exploitation vector Local
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
 Ubuntu
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

intel-microcode (Ubuntu package)
Operating systems & Components / Operating system package or component

Vendor Canonical Ltd.

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Information disclosure

EUVDB-ID: #VU66522

Risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 4 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-21233

CWE-ID: CWE-200 - Information exposure

Exploit availability: No

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper isolation of shared resources. A local administrator can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation

Update the affected package intel-microcode to the latest version.

Vulnerable software versions

Ubuntu: 18.04 - 22.04

intel-microcode (Ubuntu package): before 3.20220809.0ubuntu0.18.04.1

CPE2.3 External links

https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-5612-1


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.



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