#VU48397 Improper Initialization in Intel Thunderbolt DCH drivers


Published: 2020-11-12

Vulnerability identifier: #VU48397

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-12326

CWE-ID: CWE-665

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 gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper initialization. A local user can run a specially crafted application to enable information disclosure

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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