CVE-2024-28956: Xen Security Advisory 469 v2 (CVE-2024-28956) - x86: Indict Target Selection
Exposure of Sensitive Information in Shared Microarchitectural Structures during Transient Execution for some Intel(R) Processors may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable information disclosure via local access.
Affected Software
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-28956?
CVE-2024-28956 has been rated as a high severity vulnerability due to potential information disclosure risks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-28956?
To remediate CVE-2024-28956, ensure that you apply the latest firmware updates provided by Intel for affected processors.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-28956?
CVE-2024-28956 affects users of certain Intel processors and systems running Xen hypervisors.
Can CVE-2024-28956 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2024-28956 requires local access to exploit, meaning an authenticated user must be present on the system.
What kind of information could be exposed by CVE-2024-28956?
CVE-2024-28956 could potentially allow an authenticated user to access sensitive information stored in shared microarchitectural structures.