CVE-2023-34440

Summary

CVE-2023-34440 is a vulnerability affecting certain Intel(R) Processors. The issue resides in the UEFI firmware's input validation mechanism. An attacker with local privileges can exploit this weakness and potentially escalate their access, elevating their system permissions. This input validation flaw may pose a significant risk if left unaddressed, allowing malicious actors to gain unwarranted control over affected systems. Intel is strongly urged to release a patch to mitigate this issue promptly.

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