Vulnerability Description
In Phoenix SCT WinFlash 1.1.12.0 through 1.5.74.0, the included drivers could be used by a malicious Windows application to gain elevated privileges. Adverse impacts are limited to the Windows environment and there is no known direct impact to the UEFI firmware. This was fixed in late June 2019.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | Securecore Technology | >= 1.1.12.0, <= 1.5.74.0 |
References
- https://eclypsium.com/2019/08/10/screwed-drivers-signed-sealed-delivered/Third Party Advisory
- https://eclypsium.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/EXTERNAL-Get-off-the-kernel-if-Third Party Advisory
- https://www.phoenix.com/content/uploads/Security-Newsletter-September-2019.pdfVendor Advisory
- https://eclypsium.com/2019/08/10/screwed-drivers-signed-sealed-delivered/Third Party Advisory
- https://eclypsium.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/EXTERNAL-Get-off-the-kernel-if-Third Party Advisory
- https://www.phoenix.com/content/uploads/Security-Newsletter-September-2019.pdfVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-18279?
CVE-2019-18279 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). In Phoenix SCT WinFlash 1.1.12.0 through 1.5.74.0, the included drivers could be used by a malicious Windows application to gain elevated privileges. Adverse impacts are limited to the Windows environ...
How severe is CVE-2019-18279?
CVE-2019-18279 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-18279?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Phoenix Securecore Technology.