CVE-2024-28947
📋 TL;DR
This vulnerability allows a privileged user with local access to exploit improper input validation in Intel Server Board S2600ST Family firmware kernel mode drivers, potentially enabling privilege escalation. Affected systems are those running vulnerable firmware versions on Intel Server Board S2600ST Family hardware. The attacker must already have some level of privileged access to the system.
💻 Affected Systems
- Intel Server Board S2600ST Family
📦 What is this software?
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
A privileged attacker could gain full system control, install persistent malware, access sensitive data, or disrupt server operations completely.
Likely Case
A malicious insider or compromised administrator account could elevate privileges to gain deeper system access for lateral movement or data exfiltration.
If Mitigated
With proper access controls and monitoring, impact is limited to isolated systems with minimal data exposure.
🎯 Exploit Status
Exploitation requires kernel-level understanding and privileged access; no public exploits known at this time.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: 02.01.0017
Vendor Advisory: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-01121.html
Restart Required: Yes
Instructions:
1. Download firmware update 02.01.0017 from Intel support site. 2. Follow Intel's firmware update procedures for S2600ST boards. 3. Reboot the server after firmware update completes.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Restrict local privileged access
allLimit the number of users with local administrative/root access to affected servers
Implement strict access controls
allUse role-based access control and least privilege principles for server administration
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Isolate affected servers in secure network segments with strict access controls
- Implement enhanced monitoring and logging for privileged user activities on vulnerable systems
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check firmware version via Intel BMC web interface or IPMI commands; version below 02.01.0017 indicates vulnerabilityCheck Version:
ipmitool mc info (check Firmware Revision) or check BMC web interfaceVerify Fix Applied:
Confirm firmware version shows 02.01.0017 or higher after update📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual kernel driver activity
- Unexpected firmware access attempts
- Privilege escalation attempts in system logs
Network Indicators:
- None - this is a local exploit
SIEM Query:
Search for kernel driver load events or privilege escalation patterns on affected server models