CVE-2019-14575 : What You Need to Know
Discover the CVE-2019-14575 vulnerability in EDK II, allowing privilege escalation for authenticated users. Learn about affected systems, exploitation, and mitigation steps.
A potential vulnerability has been discovered in the DxeImageVerificationHandler() function within EDK II, which could allow local access for an authenticated user to exploit and potentially enable privilege escalation.
Understanding CVE-2019-14575
This CVE involves a logic issue in DxeImageVerificationHandler() for EDK II that may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
What is CVE-2019-14575?
- Vulnerability in the DxeImageVerificationHandler() function within EDK II
- Allows local access for an authenticated user to exploit and potentially enable privilege escalation
The Impact of CVE-2019-14575
- An authenticated user could exploit the vulnerability to escalate privileges
Technical Details of CVE-2019-14575
This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
- Logic issue in DxeImageVerificationHandler() for EDK II
- Allows an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Extensible Firmware Interface Development Kit (EDK II)
- Version: EDK II
Exploitation Mechanism
- Local access for an authenticated user is required to exploit the vulnerability
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2019-14575 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security updates provided by the vendor
- Monitor for any unauthorized privilege escalation attempts
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update firmware and software to the latest versions
- Implement least privilege access controls to limit potential impact
Patching and Updates
- Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates