Out-of-bounds write in the BIOS firmware for some Intel(R) Processors may allow a privileged user to potentially enable aescalation of privilege via local access.
Intel has disclosed high-severity bugs in its firmware that's used in datacenter servers, workstations, mobile devices, storage products, and other gear. These flaws can be exploited to escalate privileges, leak information, or stop things from working. You should check for any updates for your Intel-powered hardware, and install them when ready. Though it appears these holes are not exploitable over networks, and require at least some level of local access, we'd hate for an organization or user...