CVE-2020-0592
MEDIUMCVSS 6.7/10EPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2020-0592 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.7/10 on the CVSS scale. Out of bounds write in BIOS firmware for some Intel(R) Processors may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege and/or denial of service via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Out of bounds write in BIOS firmware for some Intel(R) Processors may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege and/or denial of service via local access.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Bios | All versions |
References
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20201113-0001/Third Party Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20201113-0001/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-0592?
Out of bounds write in BIOS firmware for some Intel(R) Processors may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege and/or denial of service via local access.
How severe is CVE-2020-0592?
CVE-2020-0592 has a CVSS score of 6.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-0592?
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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