REDHAT-BUG-2171227: High severity intel atom processors firmware vulnerability

Published Feb 19, 2023
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Updated

A potential security vulnerability in some Intel(R) Atom(R) and Intel(R) Xeon(R) Scalable Processors may allow escalation of privilege. Intel is releasing firmware updates to mitigate this potential vulnerability.

Reference: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00700.html

Affected Software

2 affected components
Intel Atom Processors
Intel Xeon Scalable Processors

Event History

Feb 19, 2023
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·10:43 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2171227?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2171227 is critical due to the potential for privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2171227?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-2171227, you need to apply the latest firmware updates provided by Intel.

3

Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-2171227?

REDHAT-BUG-2171227 affects systems utilizing Intel Atom and Intel Xeon Scalable Processors.

4

Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-2171227?

There are currently no official workarounds for REDHAT-BUG-2171227; applying firmware updates is recommended.

5

What are the implications of REDHAT-BUG-2171227?

The implications of REDHAT-BUG-2171227 include the potential unauthorized escalation of privileges on affected systems.

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