How To Use The Intel SA-00086 Detection Tool

[Guest]

Intel has created a program to help you find out if your Intel-based Windows or Linux system is at risk from the recently announced vulnerabilities, Intel SA-00086, found in the Intel Management Engine.

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[Glock24]

I would prefer Intel releases a tool to permanently disable the IME. Patching doors not fix the problem. The problem is the mere presence of the IME in every Intel system.

 

[Glock24]

Cannot edit comment? Should be "does not" instead of "doors not". Damn phone autocorrect...

 

[peeposaur]

*** Risk Assessment ***
Detection Error: This system may be vulnerable, please install the Intel(R) MEI/TXEI driver (available from your system manufacturer).

"A message like the one above will tell you if your system is at risk."

WRONG, this "detection error" means that the ME or TXE drivers are not installed properly on the tested system. You need to install the ME/TXE drivers then test again.

 

[tamalero]

So, it seems my system is vulnerable but tells me to "contact my system manufacturer". Since I built everything from scratch.. who the hell do I ask for the tool/patch?

 

[shrapnel_indie]

So, it seems my system is vulnerable but tells me to "contact my system manufacturer". Since I built everything from scratch.. who the hell do I ask for the tool/patch?

I believe that would be your Motherboard manufacturer, who may be a bit slow on the fix.

 

[peeposaur]

So, it seems my system is vulnerable but tells me to "contact my system manufacturer". Since I built everything from scratch.. who the hell do I ask for the tool/patch?

You need to identify the brand and model # of the motherboard in your computer, once identified then go to that manufacturers website and look for updated firmware or other related fixes for this issue.