Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Intel Server Boards and Systems
CVE-2020-8718

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Intel
Status
Intel(r) Server Boards, Server Systems And Compute Modules Advisory
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 August 2020

What is CVE-2020-8718?

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in a subsystem of certain Intel Server Boards and Compute Modules prior to version 1.59. An authenticated user could exploit this flaw by leveraging local access, potentially gaining elevated privileges. This situation highlights the importance of keeping firmware updated to mitigate security risks associated with buffer overflow vulnerabilities.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) Server Boards, Server Systems and Compute Modules Advisory Before version 1.59

References

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/a...
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https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20200814-0002/
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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