Insufficient Input Validation in Intel Ethernet Controllers
CVE-2020-24496

4.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Intel
Status
Intel(r) 722 Ethernet Controllers
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 February 2021

What is CVE-2020-24496?

The firmware for Intel 722 Ethernet Controllers before version 1.4.3 contains an insufficient input validation flaw. This vulnerability can be exploited by a privileged user with local access, potentially leading to a denial of service condition. Ensuring that devices are updated to the latest firmware version is crucial to mitigate this risk. For more detailed guidance, refer to Intel's security advisory.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) 722 Ethernet Controllers before version 1.4.3

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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