CVE-2020-12293 : Security Advisory and Response

Intel(R) Thunderbolt(TM) controllers may allow denial of service attacks due to improper resource control.

Understanding CVE-2020-12293

Some Intel(R) Thunderbolt(TM) controllers are vulnerable to denial of service attacks through improper resource control.

What is CVE-2020-12293?

This CVE refers to the improper control of a resource in certain Intel(R) Thunderbolt(TM) controllers, potentially enabling denial of service attacks by authenticated users with local access.

The Impact of CVE-2020-12293

The vulnerability could lead to denial of service attacks, disrupting the normal functioning of the affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-12293

Intel(R) Thunderbolt(TM) controllers are susceptible to denial of service attacks due to improper resource handling.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability arises from the inadequate control of resources in specific Intel(R) Thunderbolt(TM) controllers, allowing authenticated users to trigger denial of service attacks.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Intel(R) Thunderbolt(TM) controllers
Versions: See references

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by authenticated users with local access to the affected Intel(R) Thunderbolt(TM) controllers to initiate denial of service attacks.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2020-12293 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply patches or updates provided by Intel.
Monitor and restrict access to vulnerable systems.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch systems to address known vulnerabilities.
Conduct security assessments and audits to identify and mitigate risks proactively.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from Intel.
Apply recommended patches promptly to secure the Intel(R) Thunderbolt(TM) controllers.