CVE-2020-8750
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.35%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8750 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in Kernel Mode Driver for Intel(R) TXE versions before 3.1.80 and 4.0.30 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use after free in Kernel Mode Driver for Intel(R) TXE versions before 3.1.80 and 4.0.30 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
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Trusted Execution Engine | < 3.1.80 |
| Intel | Trusted Execution Engine | >= 4.0, < 4.0.30 |
References
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20201113-0005/Third Party Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20201113-0005/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8750?
Use after free in Kernel Mode Driver for Intel(R) TXE versions before 3.1.80 and 4.0.30 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
How severe is CVE-2020-8750?
CVE-2020-8750 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8750?
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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