CVE-2022-28697
MEDIUMCVSS 6.8/10EPSS 0.35%
Last modified
CVE-2022-28697 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper access control in firmware for Intel(R) AMT and Intel(R) Standard Manageability may allow an unauthenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via physical access.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper access control in firmware for Intel(R) AMT and Intel(R) Standard Manageability may allow an unauthenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via physical access.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Standard Manageability | All versions |
| Intel | Active Management Technology Firmware | All versions |
References
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20221014-0004/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00709.htmlMitigation, Vendor Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20221014-0004/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00709.htmlMitigation, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-28697?
Improper access control in firmware for Intel(R) AMT and Intel(R) Standard Manageability may allow an unauthenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via physical access.
How severe is CVE-2022-28697?
CVE-2022-28697 has a CVSS score of 6.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-28697?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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