Vulnerability identifier: #VU22947

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-0140

CWE-ID: CWE-119

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Intel Ethernet 700 Series
Hardware solutions / Firmware
Intel Ethernet 700 Series Controller Software
Hardware solutions / Drivers

Vendor: Intel

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in firmware. An attacker on adjacent network can trigger memory corruption and escalate privileges on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Intel Ethernet 700 Series: All versions

Intel Ethernet 700 Series Controller Software: All versions

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External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00255.html
http://support.f5.com/csp/article/K08441753?utm_source=f5support&utm_medium=RSS

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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