Vulnerability Description
Improper buffer restrictions for some Intel(R) Xeon(R) Processor firmware with SGX enabled may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-01313.html
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2025/10/msg00027.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-20053?
CVE-2025-20053 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Improper buffer restrictions for some Intel(R) Xeon(R) Processor firmware with SGX enabled may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
How severe is CVE-2025-20053?
CVE-2025-20053 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-20053?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.