CVE-2020-12307
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.31%
Last modified
CVE-2020-12307 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper permissions in some Intel(R) High Definition Audio drivers before version 9.21.00.4561 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper permissions in some Intel(R) High Definition Audio drivers before version 9.21.00.4561 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | High Definition Audio Driver | < 9.21.00.4561 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-12307?
Improper permissions in some Intel(R) High Definition Audio drivers before version 9.21.00.4561 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
How severe is CVE-2020-12307?
CVE-2020-12307 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-12307?
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