CVE-2017-5697 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

Intel AMT firmware versions before 9.1.40.1000, 9.5.60.1952, 10.0.50.1004, 11.0.0.1205, and 11.6.25.1129 have an insufficient protection against clickjacking, potentially allowing remote attackers to control a user's web clicks.

Understanding CVE-2017-5697

This CVE involves a vulnerability in the Web User Interface of Intel AMT firmware versions.

What is CVE-2017-5697?

The Web User Interface of Intel AMT firmware versions prior to specific versions may have insufficient protection against clickjacking. This vulnerability could potentially enable a remote attacker to maliciously control a user's web clicks by utilizing a specifically designed webpage created by the attacker.

The Impact of CVE-2017-5697

This vulnerability could allow remote attackers to hijack users' web clicks, potentially leading to unauthorized actions being performed on the affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-5697

Intel AMT firmware versions before specific versions are affected by this vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The Web User Interface of Intel AMT firmware versions before 9.1.40.1000, 9.5.60.1952, 10.0.50.1004, 11.0.0.1205, and 11.6.25.1129 may have insufficient protection against clickjacking.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Active Management Technology
Vendor: Intel Corporation
Versions Affected: before 9.1.40.1000, 9.5.60.1952, 10.0.50.1004, 11.0.0.1205, and 11.6.25.1129

Exploitation Mechanism

Remote attackers can exploit this vulnerability by creating a specifically designed webpage to control a user's web clicks.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate action and long-term security practices are essential to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2017-5697.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Intel AMT firmware to versions 9.1.40.1000, 9.5.60.1952, 10.0.50.1004, 11.0.0.1205, or 11.6.25.1129.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update firmware and software to the latest versions.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Intel Corporation to address the clickjacking vulnerability in Intel AMT firmware versions.