CVE-2020-12301 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2020-12301 affecting Intel(R) Server Board Families S2600ST, S2600BP, and S2600WF. Find out how to mitigate the privilege escalation risk and apply necessary patches.
Intel(R) Server Board Families Advisory may allow escalation of privilege via local access.
Understanding CVE-2020-12301
Improper initialization in BIOS firmware for Intel(R) Server Board Families S2600ST, S2600BP, and S2600WF could lead to privilege escalation.
What is CVE-2020-12301?
This CVE describes a vulnerability in the BIOS firmware of specific Intel(R) Server Board Families that could be exploited by a privileged user to escalate their privileges through local access.
The Impact of CVE-2020-12301
The vulnerability could potentially allow a privileged user to gain escalated privileges on affected systems, posing a security risk.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-12301
Vulnerability Description
- Improper initialization in BIOS firmware for Intel(R) Server Board Families S2600ST, S2600BP, and S2600WF
Affected Systems and Versions
- Intel(R) Server Board Families S2600ST, S2600BP, and S2600WF
- Versions: See provided reference
Exploitation Mechanism
- Privileged user with local access could exploit the vulnerability to enable escalation of privilege
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply patches or updates provided by Intel
- Monitor for any unauthorized privilege escalation attempts
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update BIOS firmware and system software
- Implement least privilege access controls
Patching and Updates
- Intel may release patches or updates to address the vulnerability