CVE-2022-28693: Medium severity intel processors vulnerability
Published Feb 14, 2025
·Updated
Unprotected alternative channel of return branch target prediction in some Intel(R) Processors may allow an authorized user to potentially enable information disclosure via local access.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Intel Intel Processors
Event History
Feb 14, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:50 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:50 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2022-28693?
CVE-2022-28693 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2022-28693?
Fixing CVE-2022-28693 involves applying firmware updates provided by Intel for affected processors.
3
What types of Intel processors are affected by CVE-2022-28693?
CVE-2022-28693 affects several models of Intel processors that have an unprotected alternative channel in their branch target prediction.
4
What impact does CVE-2022-28693 have on users?
CVE-2022-28693 may allow an authorized user to potentially enable information disclosure on the affected systems.
5
Is CVE-2022-28693 being actively exploited?
As of the last update, there is no known active exploitation of CVE-2022-28693.