Improper Access Control in Intel Ethernet I210 Network Adapters
CVE-2020-0523

4.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Intel
Status
Intel(r) Ethernet I210 Controller Series Of Network Adapters
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 February 2021

What is CVE-2020-0523?

An imperfection in access control mechanisms within the firmware of the Intel Ethernet I210 Controller series, prior to version 3.30, can potentially allow a privileged user to conduct a denial of service attack through local access. This flaw exposes network systems to risks if exploited, as it may impact the availability and functionality of connected network devices.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) Ethernet I210 Controller series of network adapters before version 3.30

References

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/a...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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