CVE-2020-12318
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.32%
Last modified
CVE-2020-12318 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Protection mechanism failure in some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi products before version 21.110 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Protection mechanism failure in some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi products before version 21.110 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
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Proset\/Wireless Wifi | < 21.110 |
References
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00402Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00402Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-12318?
Protection mechanism failure in some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi products before version 21.110 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
How severe is CVE-2020-12318?
CVE-2020-12318 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-12318?
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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