CVE-2016-8103

Description

SMM call out in all Intel Branded NUC Kits allows a local privileged user to access the System Management Mode and take full control of the platform.

Category

6.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.04%
Vendor Advisory intel.com
Affected: Intel NUC Kits
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95012 vdb entry third party advisory
https://security-center.intel.com/advisory.aspx?intelid=INTEL-SA-00057&languageid=en-fr vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-8103?
CVE-2016-8103 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-8103?
To fix CVE-2016-8103, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2016-8103 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2016-8103 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-8103?
CVE-2016-8103 affects Intel NUC Kits.
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