PatchTheCVECVE-2024-39609: Improper Access Control in UEFI firmware for some Intel(R) Server Board M70KLP may allow a privileged user to
CVE-2024-39609 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting server board m70klp2sb firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Improper Access Control in UEFI firmware for some Intel(R) Server Board M70KLP may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | High |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.1% (top 97%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-284 |
| Published | 2024-11-13 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2024-39609?
server board m70klp2sb firmware: upgrade to 01.04.0030. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-39609 being exploited?
CVE-2024-39609 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2024-39609 affect?
CVE-2024-39609 affects server board m70klp2sb firmware. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). Improper Access Control in UEFI firmware for some Intel(R) Server Board M70KLP may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
How urgent is CVE-2024-39609?
Priority 27/100. High severity