Security restrictions bypass in Intel Core i7 processor 45nm - CVE-2020-8698

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Security restrictions bypass in Intel Core i7 processor 45nm - CVE-2020-8698

Published: November 12, 2020 / Updated: November 24, 2020


Vulnerability identifier: #VU48629
CSH Severity: Low
CVSS v4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8698
CWE-ID: CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vendor: Intel
Affected software:
Intel Core i7 processor 45nm

Detailed vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper isolation of shared resources in some Intel(R) Processors. A local user can gain access to sensitive information on the system.


How to mitigate CVE-2020-8698

Install updates from vendor's website.

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