Improper Permissions in Intel Ethernet I210 Controller
CVE-2020-0524

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

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

What is CVE-2020-0524?

The Intel Ethernet I210 Controller series of network adapters has improper default permissions in the firmware prior to version 3.30. This vulnerability may enable an authenticated user to exploit the firmware, potentially leading to denial of service through local access. It is crucial for users and administrators to update their firmware to the latest version to mitigate this risk.

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:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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