CVE-2020-8739
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.41%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8739 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Use of potentially dangerous function in Intel BIOS platform sample code for some Intel(R) Processors may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use of potentially dangerous function in Intel BIOS platform sample code for some Intel(R) Processors 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 | Bios | All versions |
| Netapp | Aff Bios | All versions |
| Netapp | Fas Bios | All versions |
| Netapp | Hci Compute Node Bios | All versions |
| Netapp | Hci Storage Node Bios | All versions |
| Netapp | Solidfire Bios | All versions |
References
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20210122-0008/Third Party Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20210122-0008/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8739?
Use of potentially dangerous function in Intel BIOS platform sample code for some Intel(R) Processors may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
How severe is CVE-2020-8739?
CVE-2020-8739 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8739?
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-2020-8739?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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