CVE-2020-8334
MEDIUMCVSS 6.8/10EPSS 0.31%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8334 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The BIOS tamper detection mechanism was not triggered in Lenovo ThinkPad T495s, X395, T495, A485, A285, A475, A275 which may allow for unauthorized access.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The BIOS tamper detection mechanism was not triggered in Lenovo ThinkPad T495s, X395, T495, A485, A285, A475, A275 which may allow for unauthorized access.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Lenovo | Thinkpad T495s Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkpad X395 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkpad T495 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkpad A485 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkpad A285 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkpad A475 Firmware | All versions |
| Lenovo | Thinkpad A275 Firmware | All versions |
References
- https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/LEN-30042Vendor Advisory
- https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/LEN-30042Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8334?
The BIOS tamper detection mechanism was not triggered in Lenovo ThinkPad T495s, X395, T495, A485, A285, A475, A275 which may allow for unauthorized access.
How severe is CVE-2020-8334?
CVE-2020-8334 has a CVSS score of 6.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8334?
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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