CVE-2025-20037
HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 0.09%
Last modified
CVE-2025-20037 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. Time-of-check time-of-use race condition in firmware for some Intel(R) Converged Security and Management Engine may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Time-of-check time-of-use race condition in firmware for some Intel(R) Converged Security and Management Engine may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-20037?
Time-of-check time-of-use race condition in firmware for some Intel(R) Converged Security and Management Engine may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
How severe is CVE-2025-20037?
CVE-2025-20037 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-20037?
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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