CVE-2023-29495: Input Validation
First published: Fri Jan 19 2024(Updated: )
Improper input validation for some Intel NUC BIOS firmware before version IN0048 may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
Credit: secure@intel.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| Intel NUC 8 Mainstream Game Kit Firmware | <inwhl357.0049 | |
| Intel NUC 8 Mainstream-G Kit | ||
| All of | ||
| Intel NUC 8 Mainstream-G Kit NUC8i5INH | <inwhl357.0049 | |
| Intel NUC 8 Mainstream-G Kit |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-29495?
CVE-2023-29495 has been rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2023-29495?
To mitigate CVE-2023-29495, users should update their Intel NUC BIOS firmware to version IN0048 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-29495?
CVE-2023-29495 affects Intel NUC 8 Mainstream-G Kit models NUC8i7INH and NUC8i5INH with firmware versions before IN0048.
What is the potential impact of CVE-2023-29495?
The potential impact of CVE-2023-29495 is that a privileged user could escalate their privileges via local access.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-29495?
There are no documented workarounds for CVE-2023-29495; updating the firmware is the recommended action.
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