CVE-2020-8678

Name: CVE-2020-8678
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-02-17T14:15:18.827+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.26%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-8678 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper access control for Intel(R) Graphics Drivers before version 15.45.33.5164 and 27.20.100.8280 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable an escalation of privilege via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper access control for Intel(R) Graphics Drivers before version 15.45.33.5164 and 27.20.100.8280 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable an escalation of privilege via local access.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.26%

17.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Intel	Graphics Drivers	< 15.45.33.5164
Intel	Graphics Drivers	>= 27.20, < 27.20.100.8280

References

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00438.htmlVendor Advisory
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00438.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 17, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-8678?

How severe is CVE-2020-8678?

CVE-2020-8678 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-8678?

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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Source: NVD / NIST