Protection Mechanism Failure in Intel Ethernet 700 Series Controller Software - CVE-2020-8690

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Protection Mechanism Failure in Intel Ethernet 700 Series Controller Software - CVE-2020-8690

Published: November 12, 2020 / Updated: November 16, 2020


Vulnerability identifier: #VU48432
CSH Severity: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8690
CWE-ID: CWE-693
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
Intel Ethernet 700 Series Controller Software
Software vendor:
Intel

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient implementation of security measures. A local administrator can bypass implemented security restrictions, elevate privileges on the system and cause a denial of service (DoS) condition.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.

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