CVE-2024-31068
First published: Wed Feb 12 2025(Updated: )
Improper Finite State Machines (FSMs) in Hardware Logic for some Intel(R) Processors may allow privileged user to potentially enable denial of service via local access.
Credit: secure@intel.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Intel Processors | ||
| debian/intel-microcode | <=3.20240813.1~deb11u1<=3.20241112.1~deb11u1<=3.20241112.1~deb12u1<=3.20231114.1~deb12u1<=3.20241112.1 | 3.20250211.1 |
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Reference Links
- https://intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-01166.html
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2024-31068
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-31068
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2024-31068
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2024-31068
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2024-31068
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-01166.html
- https://github.com/intel/Intel-Linux-Processor-Microcode-Data-Files/releases/tag/microcode-20250211
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-31068?
CVE-2024-31068 is considered to be of medium severity due to its potential to enable denial of service via local access.
How do I fix CVE-2024-31068?
There is no direct fix for CVE-2024-31068, but applying the latest firmware updates and patches from Intel may mitigate the risk.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-31068?
CVE-2024-31068 affects certain Intel processors that use improper finite state machine implementations.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-31068?
CVE-2024-31068 is categorized as an improper finite state machine vulnerability in hardware logic.
Can CVE-2024-31068 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2024-31068 requires local access for exploitation.
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