CVE-2017-5715

Public Exploit

Description

Systems with microprocessors utilizing speculative execution and indirect branch prediction may allow unauthorized disclosure of information to an attacker with local user access via a side-channel analysis.

Category

5.6
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 90.56% Top 5%
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Affected: Intel Corporation Microprocessors with Speculative Execution
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References

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-5715?
CVE-2017-5715 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-5715?
To fix CVE-2017-5715, 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-2017-5715 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-5715 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~91% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-5715?
CVE-2017-5715 affects Intel Corporation Microprocessors with Speculative Execution.
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