Vulnerability identifier: #VU48433

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1:

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8691

CWE-ID:

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability:

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

Vendor: Intel

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to a logic issue in the firmware, which leads to privilege escalation and denial of service (DoS) condition.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Intel Ethernet 700 Series Controller Software: All versions

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Fixed software versions

CPE

• cpe:2.3:h:intel:intel_ethernet_700_series_controller_software:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00380

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?