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CVE-2017-3198: GIGABYTE BRIX UEFI firmware is not cryptographically signed

GIGABYTE BRIX UEFI firmware does not cryptographically validate images prior to updating the system firmware. Additionally, the firmware updates are served over HTTP. An attacker can make arbitrary modifications to firmware images without being detected.

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Some GIGABYTE BRIX systems accepted firmware updates without cryptographic verification, and updates were delivered over HTTP. That means a tampered firmware image could be installed without detection if an attacker can interfere with the update path. Firmware compromise can persist below the operating system, so affected devices deserve focused inventory and vendor-guidance review. Exposure appears limited to the listed GIGABYTE BRIX models and firmware versions in the source bundle. Organizations are most exposed where these devices remain deployed and firmware updates can be fetched or applied over untrusted network paths. Prioritize inventory and remediation planning where affected BRIX systems support sensitive operations. The risk is not broad internet exposure, but a successful firmware compromise could be persistent and difficult to detect. Mitigation focus: Inventory for GB-BSi7H-6500 F6 and GB-BXi7-5775 F2 devices.; Check GIGABYTE and CERT guidance for current firmware or replacement recommendations.; Avoid firmware updates over untrusted networks or unauthenticated download paths..

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GIGABYTEGB-BSi7H-6500F6Listed
GIGABYTEGB-BXi7-5775F2Listed
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