CVE-2019-11147 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2019-11147 affecting Intel(R) CSME versions before 11.8.70, 11.11.70, 11.22.70, 12.0.45, 13.0.0, and 14.0.10, allowing an authorized user to potentially escalate privileges through local access.
Intel(R) CSME versions before 11.8.70, 11.11.70, 11.22.70, 12.0.45, 13.0.0, and 14.0.10, along with other affected software, may allow an authorized user to escalate privileges through local access due to insufficient access control measures.
Understanding CVE-2019-11147
This CVE identifies a vulnerability in Intel(R) CSME and related software that could lead to privilege escalation.
What is CVE-2019-11147?
The vulnerability in the hardware abstraction driver for MEInfo software for Intel(R) CSME versions and other affected tools could enable an authorized user to potentially escalate privileges through local access.
The Impact of CVE-2019-11147
The vulnerability may allow an authenticated user to exploit insufficient access control measures, leading to privilege escalation through local access.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-11147
This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The hardware abstraction driver for MEInfo software for Intel(R) CSME versions before 11.8.70, 11.11.70, 11.22.70, 12.0.45, 13.0.0, and 14.0.10, as well as other affected software, lacks proper access control measures, potentially enabling privilege escalation.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Intel(R) CSME versions before 11.8.70, 11.11.70, 11.22.70, 12.0.45, 13.0.0, and 14.0.10
- Intel(R) TXE versions before 3.1.70 and 4.0.20
- INTEL-SA-00086 Detection Tool version 1.2.7.0 or earlier
- INTEL-SA-00125 Detection Tool version 1.0.45.0 or earlier
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability could be exploited by an authorized user with local access to potentially escalate privileges due to inadequate access control measures.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2019-11147 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply patches and updates provided by Intel for the affected software versions.
- Monitor access controls and restrict unauthorized users from local access.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all software and firmware to address security vulnerabilities.
- Implement strong access control measures to prevent unauthorized privilege escalation.
Patching and Updates
- Intel has released patches for the affected versions. Ensure timely installation of these patches to mitigate the vulnerability.