CVE-2019-0140
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.56%
Last modified
CVE-2019-0140 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Buffer overflow in firmware for Intel(R) Ethernet 700 Series Controllers before version 7.0 may allow an unauthenticated user to potentially enable an escalation of privilege via an adjacent access.. EPSS estimates a 0.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in firmware for Intel(R) Ethernet 700 Series Controllers before version 7.0 may allow an unauthenticated user to potentially enable an escalation of privilege via an adjacent access.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Ethernet Controller X710-Tm4 Firmware | < 7.0 |
| Intel | Ethernet Controller X710-At2 Firmware | < 7.0 |
| Intel | Ethernet Controller Xxv710-Am2 Firmware | < 7.0 |
| Intel | Ethernet Controller Xxv710-Am1 Firmware | < 7.0 |
| Intel | Ethernet Controller X710-Bm2 Firmware | < 7.0 |
| Intel | Ethernet Controller 710-Bm1 Firmware | < 7.0 |
| Intel | Ethernet 700 Series Software | < 24.0 |
References
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00255.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00255.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-0140?
Buffer overflow in firmware for Intel(R) Ethernet 700 Series Controllers before version 7.0 may allow an unauthenticated user to potentially enable an escalation of privilege via an adjacent access.
How severe is CVE-2019-0140?
CVE-2019-0140 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-0140?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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