Improper access control in Intel Unite Cloud Service Client



Published: 2020-11-12
Risk Low
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2020-12331
CWE-ID CWE-284
Exploitation vector Local
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
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Intel Unite Cloud Service
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor Intel

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Improper access control

EUVDB-ID: #VU48402

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-12331

CWE-ID: CWE-284 - Improper Access Control

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A local user can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain elevated privileges on the target system.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Intel Unite Cloud Service: before 4.2.12212

External links

http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00418.html


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.



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