Vulnerability identifier: #VU48007

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-11616

CWE-ID: CWE-310

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
DGX-1
Hardware solutions / Firmware
AMI Baseboard Management Controller
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor: nVidia

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to the Pseudo-Random Number Generator (PRNG) algorithm used in the JSOL package that implements the IPMI protocol is not cryptographically strong. A remote attacker on the local network can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

DGX-1: All versions

AMI Baseboard Management Controller: All versions

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External links
http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5010

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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.