CVE-2022-41804
Linux Kernel vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

CVE-2022-41804 is a security vulnerability affecting Intel(R) SGX or Intel(R) TDX implementations in certain Intel(R) Xeon(R) Processors. The vulnerability was disclosed in August 2023 and affects multiple Intel Xeon processor families. This unauthorized error injection vulnerability could potentially allow a privileged user to escalate privileges through local access (Intel Advisory).

Technical details

The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 Base Score of 6.7 (Medium) by NIST with vector CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H, while Intel Corporation assessed it at 7.2 (High) with vector CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:H/A:H. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-1334 (Unauthorized Error Injection Can Degrade Hardware Redundancy) (NVD).

Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to escalation of privilege via local access. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system, with potential for information disclosure, data modification, and denial of service (NetApp Advisory).

Mitigation and workarounds

Intel has released microcode updates to address this vulnerability. Various vendors have provided patches through their update channels, including Debian (version 3.20230808.1~deb11u1 for oldstable and 3.20230808.1~deb12u1 for stable), Fedora, and Ubuntu. Users are recommended to apply the latest microcode updates available for their specific processor models (Debian Advisory).

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