CVE-2019-11125 : What You Need to Know

Intel(R) NUC Firmware vulnerability allows for escalation of privileges, denial of service, and information disclosure.

Understanding CVE-2019-11125

The lack of proper validation in the system firmware of Intel(R) NUC Kit could potentially allow a user with elevated privileges to enable the escalation of privileges, cause denial of service, or disclose information through local access.

What is CVE-2019-11125?

Insufficient input validation in system firmware for Intel(R) NUC Kit may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege, denial of service, and/or information disclosure via local access.

The Impact of CVE-2019-11125

This vulnerability could lead to an attacker escalating their privileges, causing denial of service, or disclosing sensitive information through local access.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-11125

The following technical details provide insight into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability arises from the lack of proper validation in the system firmware of Intel(R) NUC Kit, enabling privilege escalation, denial of service, and information disclosure.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Intel(R) NUC Firmware
Versions: Please see reference document

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers with elevated privileges can exploit this vulnerability through local access to the system firmware.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your system by following these mitigation strategies.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the Intel(R) NUC Firmware to the latest version as per the reference document.
Monitor system logs for any unusual activities that might indicate exploitation.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict user access rights.
Regularly review and update firmware to patch known vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from Intel and apply patches promptly to secure your system.