Vulnerability identifier: #VU48443

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-12312

CWE-ID: CWE-119

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Intel Quartus Prime Pro
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Intel

Description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in the Intel Stratix 10 FPGA firmware. An attacker with physical access can trigger memory corruption and enable escalation of privilege.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Intel Quartus Prime Pro: All versions

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External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00388

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. The attacker should have physical access to the system in order to successfully exploit this vulnerability.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.