#VU48395 Protection Mechanism Failure in Intel Thunderbolt DCH drivers


Published: 2020-11-12

Vulnerability identifier: #VU48395

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-12328

CWE-ID: CWE-693

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Intel Thunderbolt DCH drivers
Hardware solutions / Drivers

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 and gain access to sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Intel Thunderbolt DCH drivers: All versions


External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00422.html


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.


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