solution Contentsolution Content

Derivative Side-Channel Analysis Method

Derivatives of speculative execution side-channel analysis methods publicly disclosed in January 2018 can be exploited to facilitate the unauthorized exposure of privileged data from memory.

Severity

Medium

HP Reference

HPSBHF03584 Rev. 8

Release date

May 4, 2018

Last updated

December 3, 2018

Category

PC

Potential Security Impact

Unauthorized exposure of privileged data from memory.

Scroll to Resolution

Summary

More information is available at the following links:

Relevant Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) List

Source: HP, HP Product Security Response Team (PSRT)

Reported by:

CVE-2018-3639: Google Project Zero (GPZ) Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC)

CVE-2018-3640: Researchers from SYSGO AG and BiZone LLC

List of CVE IDs

Reference

Base Score

Base Vector

CVE-2018-3639

4.3

CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N

CVE-2018-3640

4.3

CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N

Learn more about CVSS 3.0 base metrics, which range from 0 to 10.

PSR-2018-0074

References

CVE-2018-3639, CVE-2018-3640, PSR-2018-0074, Intel SA-00115

Resolution

HP is working with processor vendors for mitigation of this issue. This bulletin will be updated; check back frequently for updates to this section and other sections. HP is identifying affected platforms and target dates for Softpaqs. See the current list below.

SoftPaqs and affected products

Find the SoftPaq that resolves the vulnerability of your system.

SoftPaq Status

A status is provided if no SoftPaq is listed for a particular product.

  • Pending: SoftPaq is in progress.

  • Under investigation: System under investigation for impact, or the SoftPaq is under investigation for feasibility/availability.

  • Not available: SoftPaq not available due to technical or logistical constraints.

  • Check Support Page: The listed SoftPaq has been removed from the download site. SoftPaqs with newer versions may be available on the HP Customer Support - Software and Driver Downloads site.

Revision history

This document has been revised according to the information below.

List of versions

Version

Description

Date

8

Added SoftPaqs for Immersive Systems.

December 3, 2018

7

Added Immersive systems, updated pending items for Desktop Workstations, Business PCs, and Consumer PCs.

October 17, 2018

6

Added additional released SoftPaqs, deleted duplicate entries.

July 28, 2018

5

Added additional released SoftPaqs.

July 27, 2018

4

Added additional released SoftPaqs.

June 15, 2018

3

Added released SoftPaqs.

June 12, 2018

2

Added platform tables.

May 21, 2018

1

Initial Release

May 4, 2018

Additional information

Follow these links for additional information.

Third-party security patches

Third party security patches that are to be installed on systems running HP software products should be applied in accordance with the customer's patch management policy.

Support

For issues about implementing the recommendations of this Security Bulletin, visit http://www.hp.com/go/contacthp to learn about your HP support options.

Report

To report a potential security vulnerability with any HP supported product, send email to: hp-security-alert@hp.com.

Security bulletin archive

To view released Security Bulletins, visit https://support.hp.com/security-bulletins.

It is strongly recommended that security related information being communicated to HP be encrypted using PGP, especially exploit information.

Download HP’s security-alert PGP key

Legal information

System management and security procedures must be reviewed frequently to maintain system integrity. HP is continually reviewing and enhancing the security features of software products to provide customers with current secure solutions.

HP is broadly distributing this Security Bulletin in order to bring to the attention of users of the affected HP products the important security information contained in this Security Bulletin. HP recommends that all users determine the applicability of this information to their individual situations and take appropriate action. HP does not warrant that this information is necessarily accurate or complete for all user situations and, consequently, HP will not be responsible for any damages resulting from user's use or disregard of the information provided in this Security Bulletin. To the extent permitted by law, HP disclaims all warranties, either express or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, title and non-infringement.

© Copyright 2018 HP Development Company, L.P.

HP Inc. (HP) shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information provided is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. To the extent permitted by law, neither HP nor its affiliates, subcontractors or suppliers will be liable for incidental, special or consequential damages including downtime cost; lost profits; damages relating to the procurement of substitute products or services; or damages for loss of data, or software restoration. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. "HP Inc.," "HP" and the names of HP products referenced herein are trademarks of HP Inc. or its affiliates in the United States and other countries. Other product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Additional support options

Try one of our automated tools or diagnostics
Ask a question on our HP Support Community page
Get in touch with one of our support agents

Enter a topic to search our knowledge library

What can we help you with?