Vulnerability identifier: #VU50699

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-24494

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Intel 722 Ethernet Controllers
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in the firmware. A local administrator can bypass implemented security restrictions and cause a denial of service (DoS) condition on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00456.html

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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.