CVE-2020-24480
MEDIUMCVSS 4.4/10EPSS 0.49%
Last modified
CVE-2020-24480 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Out-of-bounds write in the Intel(R) XTU before version 6.5.3.25 may allow a privileged user to potentially enable denial of service via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Out-of-bounds write in the Intel(R) XTU before version 6.5.3.25 may allow a privileged user to potentially enable denial of service via local access.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Extreme Tuning Utility | < 6.5.3.25 |
References
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00450.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00450.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-24480?
Out-of-bounds write in the Intel(R) XTU before version 6.5.3.25 may allow a privileged user to potentially enable denial of service via local access.
How severe is CVE-2020-24480?
CVE-2020-24480 has a CVSS score of 4.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-24480?
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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