CVE-2024-36262:Race condition in some Intel(R) System Security Report and System Resources Defense firmware may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

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The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-36262 involves a race condition present in certain Intel(R) System Security Report and System Resources Defense firmware. This flaw could be exploited by a privileged user to potentially escalate their privileges through local access to the affected system.

Overview

This vulnerability has been classified as an "Escalation of Privilege" issue, specifically related to "Concurrent Execution using Shared Resource with Improper Synchronization ('Race Condition')" with CWE-362. The affected product is the Intel(R) System Security Report and System Resources Defense firmware, with the vulnerability impacting all versions. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 7.2 (HIGH) and the CVSS v4.0 base score is 8.6 (HIGH), indicating a significant risk level. The attack vector is local, with high complexity and privileges required. The impact on confidentiality and integrity is rated as high.

Remediation

To address this vulnerability, it is recommended to apply the necessary security updates or patches provided by Intel for the affected firmware. Users should ensure that their systems are running the latest version of the firmware that includes fixes for this race condition issue. Additionally, it is advised to follow best practices for securing privileged access and monitoring for any unauthorized privilege escalation attempts.

References

  1. CVE-2024-36262: https://intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-01203.html
  2. CWE-362: https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/362.html

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  2. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  3. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  4. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  5. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  8. Information
    Information
  9. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  10. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  11. Utilities
    Utilities
  12. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  13. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  14. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  15. Mining
    Mining
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  18. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  19. Construction
    Construction
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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