Vulnerability identifier: #VU97424

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-23984

CWE-ID: CWE-203

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processors
Hardware solutions / Firmware
Intel Xeon D Processors
Hardware solutions / Firmware
Intel Processor Microcode Package for Linux
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor: Intel

Description

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.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processors: All versions

Intel Xeon D Processors: All versions

Intel Processor Microcode Package for Linux: 20190312 - 20240813

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External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-01103.html

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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.