Vulnerability identifier: #VU28947

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-0529

CWE-ID: CWE-665

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
7th Generation Intel Core Processors
Hardware solutions / Firmware
8th Generation Intel Core Processors
Hardware solutions / Firmware
10th Generation Intel Core Processors
Hardware solutions / Firmware
9th Generation Intel Core Processors
Client/Desktop applications / Web browsers

Vendor: Intel

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper initialization in BIOS firmware. A local attacker can gain elevated privileges on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

7th Generation Intel Core Processors: All versions

8th Generation Intel Core Processors: All versions

9th Generation Intel Core Processors: All versions

10th Generation Intel Core Processors: All versions

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External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00322.html

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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.