CVE-2020-24492
MEDIUMCVSS 4.4/10EPSS 0.29%
Last modified
CVE-2020-24492 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Insufficient access control in the firmware for the Intel(R) 722 Ethernet Controllers before version 1.5 may allow a privileged user to potentially enable a denial of service via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Insufficient access control in the firmware for the Intel(R) 722 Ethernet Controllers before version 1.5 may allow a privileged user to potentially enable a 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
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Ethernet Network Adapter X722-Da2 Firmware | < 1.5 |
| Intel | Ethernet Network Adapter X722-Da4 Firmware | < 1.5 |
References
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00456.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00456.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-24492?
Insufficient access control in the firmware for the Intel(R) 722 Ethernet Controllers before version 1.5 may allow a privileged user to potentially enable a denial of service via local access.
How severe is CVE-2020-24492?
CVE-2020-24492 has a CVSS score of 4.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-24492?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2020-24492?
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