CVE-2018-12198 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2018-12198 affecting Intel(R) CSME, Server Platform Services, Trusted Execution Engine, and Intel(R) Active Management Technology. Find out how to mitigate this denial of service vulnerability.
Intel Corporation's Intel(R) CSME, Server Platform Services, Trusted Execution Engine, and Intel(R) Active Management Technology are affected by a vulnerability that allows a privileged user to cause a denial of service through local access.
Understanding CVE-2018-12198
This CVE involves a lack of proper input validation in the Intel(R) Server Platform Services HECI subsystem, potentially enabling a denial of service attack.
What is CVE-2018-12198?
Insufficient input validation in the Intel(R) Server Platform Services HECI subsystem before version SPS_E5_04.00.04.393.0 may allow a privileged user to potentially cause a denial of service via local access.
The Impact of CVE-2018-12198
The vulnerability could be exploited by a privileged user to trigger a denial of service attack through local access to the affected systems.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-12198
This section provides more in-depth technical details about the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The lack of proper input validation in the Intel(R) Server Platform Services HECI subsystem version SPS_E5_04.00.04.393.0 and earlier can potentially enable a privileged user to cause a denial of service through local access.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Intel(R) CSME, Server Platform Services, Trusted Execution Engine, and Intel(R) Active Management Technology
- Vendor: Intel Corporation
- Versions: Multiple versions
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability allows a privileged user to exploit the lack of input validation in the HECI subsystem to launch a denial of service attack through local access.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2018-12198 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Intel Corporation promptly.
- Monitor and restrict access to vulnerable systems.
- Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all software and firmware components.
- Conduct security assessments and audits to identify and address vulnerabilities proactively.
- Educate users and administrators about secure practices and the importance of timely updates.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that all affected systems are updated with the latest patches and security fixes to mitigate the risk of exploitation.