Intel Data Streaming Accelerator Denial-of-Service Vulnerability in Xeon Processors

A denial-of-service vulnerability has been identified in the Intel Data Streaming Accelerator (DSA) version 1.0, affecting certain Intel Xeon processors. This vulnerability may allow an authenticated user to cause unexpected behavior that leads to a denial-of-service condition, with local access required for exploitation.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to a denial-of-service condition, causing the system to become unresponsive or unavailable.

Remediation

Users of Intel Data Streaming Accelerator (DSA) for 4th, 5th, and 6th generation Intel Xeon processors are advised to update to the latest version provided by their system manufacturer that addresses this vulnerability.