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CVE-2023-1018

5.5 · MEDIUM

An out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in TPM2.0's Module Library allowing a 2-byte read past the end of a TPM2.0 command in the CryptParameterDecryption routine.

Published Feb 28, 2023CWE-125EPSS 5.55%

Overview

CVE-2023-1018 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 28, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.5 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.5, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

An out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in TPM2.0's Module Library allowing a 2-byte read past the end of a TPM2.0 command in the CryptParameterDecryption routine. An attacker who can successfully exploit this vulnerability can read or access sensitive data stored in the TPM.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

Refkb.cert.org/vuls/id/782720Reftrustedcomputinggroup.org/about/security/Reftrustedcomputinggroup.org/wp-content/uploads/TCGVRT0007-Advisory-FINAL.pdfRefkb.cert.org/vuls/id/782720Reftrustedcomputinggroup.org/about/security/Reftrustedcomputinggroup.org/wp-content/uploads/TCGVRT0007-Advisory-FINAL.pdfRefwww.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/782720

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-1018?

CVE-2023-1018 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 28, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.5 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2023-1018?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.5, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2023-1018?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2023-1018?

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