CVE-2020-0540
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.97%
Last modified
CVE-2020-0540 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Insufficiently protected credentials in Intel(R) AMT versions before 11.8.77, 11.12.77, 11.22.77 and 12.0.64 may allow an unauthenticated user to potentially enable information disclosure via network access.. EPSS estimates a 1.97% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Insufficiently protected credentials in Intel(R) AMT versions before 11.8.77, 11.12.77, 11.22.77 and 12.0.64 may allow an unauthenticated user to potentially enable information disclosure via network access.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Active Management Technology Firmware | >= 11.0, < 11.8.77 |
| Intel | Active Management Technology Firmware | >= 11.10, < 11.12.77 |
| Intel | Active Management Technology Firmware | >= 11.20, < 11.22.77 |
| Intel | Active Management Technology Firmware | >= 12.0, < 12.0.64 |
References
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-0540?
Insufficiently protected credentials in Intel(R) AMT versions before 11.8.77, 11.12.77, 11.22.77 and 12.0.64 may allow an unauthenticated user to potentially enable information disclosure via network access.
How severe is CVE-2020-0540?
CVE-2020-0540 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.97% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-0540?
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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