CVE-2020-0553 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in the Intel(R) Wireless Bluetooth(R) products on Windows* 10 could lead to information disclosure via local access.

Understanding CVE-2020-0553

This CVE (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures) pertains to an out-of-bounds read issue in a kernel mode driver for certain Intel(R) Wireless Bluetooth(R) products on Windows* 10.

What is CVE-2020-0553?

The CVE-2020-0553 vulnerability involves a potential information disclosure risk for privileged users accessing specific Intel(R) Wireless Bluetooth(R) products on Windows* 10.

The Impact of CVE-2020-0553

Exploitation of this vulnerability may enable a privileged local user to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-0553

This section covers the specifics of the CVE-2020-0553 vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability results from an out-of-bounds read issue in the kernel mode driver for selected Intel(R) Wireless Bluetooth(R) products on the Windows* 10 platform.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Intel(R) Wireless Bluetooth(R) Advisory
Versions Affected: See provided reference

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability may be leveraged by a privileged user to exploit the out-of-bounds read and potentially disclose sensitive information.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protective measures to address CVE-2020-0553.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the recommended patches and updates from the vendor promptly.
Monitor access and restrict privileged user interactions to mitigate information disclosure risks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update system and device firmware to ensure the latest security patches are in place.
Employ access controls and user permissions to restrict sensitive data access.

Patching and Updates

Keep systems up-to-date with the latest security patches and advisories to address known vulnerabilities effectively.