Path traversal in Intel Optane DC Persistent Memory



Published: 2020-03-16
Risk Low
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2020-0546
CWE-ID CWE-22
Exploitation vector Local
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
Subscribe 		Intel Optane DC Persistent Memory
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor Intel

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Path traversal

EUVDB-ID: #VU26086

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1:

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-0546

CWE-ID: CWE-22 - Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to perform directory traversal attacks.

The vulnerability exists due to input validation error when processing directory traversal sequences. A local user can send a specially crafted HTTP request and read arbitrary files on the system, leading to escalation of privilege and denial of service.

Mitigation

Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Intel Optane DC Persistent Memory: before 1.0.0.3461

CPE2.3 External links

http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00326.html


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?



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