CVE-2024-24582
Linux Debian vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

A security vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-24582 was discovered in the XmlCli feature of UEFI firmware for certain Intel processors. The vulnerability was disclosed in February 2024 and affects various Intel processor families, including Intel Core Ultra. This improper input validation vulnerability could potentially be exploited by privileged users through local access (CVE Mitre, Intel Advisory).

Technical details

The vulnerability stems from improper input validation in the XmlCli feature within the UEFI firmware of affected Intel processors. The issue has been assigned the identifier CVE-2024-24582 and specifically impacts certain processor families including Intel Core Ultra series (Intel Advisory).

Impact

If successfully exploited, this vulnerability could enable privilege escalation through local access, potentially allowing privileged users to gain elevated system permissions (NVD).

Mitigation and workarounds

Intel has addressed this vulnerability through microcode updates. The fix is included in microcode version 3.20250211.1 and later releases. System administrators are advised to apply the latest firmware updates from their system manufacturers (Debian Tracker).

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