CVE-2024-26022
📋 TL;DR
This vulnerability allows authenticated users with local access to Intel NUC devices to bypass UEFI security controls and escalate privileges. It affects systems running specific Intel UEFI Integrator Tools on Aptio V firmware. Attackers could gain elevated system access by exploiting improper access control mechanisms.
💻 Affected Systems
- Intel NUC devices with specific UEFI firmware
📦 What is this software?
Aptio V Uefi Firmware Integrator Tools by Intel
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Aptio V Uefi Firmware Integrator Tools by Intel
View all CVEs affecting Aptio V Uefi Firmware Integrator Tools →
Aptio V Uefi Firmware Integrator Tools by Intel
View all CVEs affecting Aptio V Uefi Firmware Integrator Tools →
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Complete system compromise with administrative/root access, allowing installation of persistent malware, firmware modification, or disabling of security controls.
Likely Case
Local privilege escalation enabling attackers to bypass application restrictions, access sensitive data, or install unauthorized software.
If Mitigated
Limited impact if proper physical security controls prevent unauthorized local access and user accounts are properly managed.
🎯 Exploit Status
Requires authenticated local access and knowledge of UEFI exploitation techniques. No public exploit code known at this time.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Check Intel advisory for specific firmware updates
Vendor Advisory: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-01172.html
Restart Required: Yes
Instructions:
1. Visit Intel's security advisory page. 2. Identify your specific NUC model. 3. Download the updated firmware from Intel's support site. 4. Follow Intel's firmware update instructions for your device. 5. Reboot the system after update completion.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Restrict Physical Access
allPrevent unauthorized local access to affected systems
Implement Least Privilege
allLimit user accounts to only necessary privileges and monitor for privilege escalation attempts
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Implement strict physical security controls to prevent unauthorized local access
- Monitor for unusual privilege escalation attempts and implement application whitelisting
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check UEFI firmware version in BIOS/UEFI settings or using manufacturer tools, then compare with Intel's advisoryCheck Version:
On Windows: wmic bios get smbiosbiosversion
On Linux: dmidecode -t biosVerify Fix Applied:
Verify firmware version has been updated to patched version in BIOS/UEFI settings📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unexpected BIOS/UEFI configuration changes
- Privilege escalation attempts from standard user accounts
- Unusual firmware access patterns
Network Indicators:
- Not network exploitable - focus on local system monitoring
SIEM Query:
EventID=4688 OR ProcessName contains 'uefi' OR 'bios' AND User NOT IN (AdminUsers)