Improper access control in Intel Ethernet 700 Series and Intel Ethernet 700 Series Controller Software - CVE-2019-0139

 

Improper access control in Intel Ethernet 700 Series and Intel Ethernet 700 Series Controller Software - CVE-2019-0139

Published: November 25, 2019


Vulnerability identifier: #VU22946
CSH Severity: Low
CVSS v4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2019-0139
CWE-ID: CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vendor: Intel
Affected software:
Intel Ethernet 700 Series
Intel Ethernet 700 Series Controller Software

Detailed vulnerability 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 enable an escalation of privilege, denial of service or information disclosure.


How to mitigate CVE-2019-0139

Install updates from vendor's website.

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