CVE-2020-13512 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

A privilege escalation vulnerability exists in the WinRing0x64 Driver Privileged I/O Write IRPs functionality of NZXT CAM 4.8.0, allowing a low privilege user to gain elevated privileges.

Understanding CVE-2020-13512

This CVE involves a privilege escalation vulnerability in NZXT CAM 4.8.0.

What is CVE-2020-13512?

The vulnerability allows a specially crafted I/O request packet to grant increased privileges to a low privilege user, potentially leading to unauthorized access.

The Impact of CVE-2020-13512

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 8.8 (High) with high impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. It requires low privileges and has a local attack vector.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-13512

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in the WinRing0x64 Driver Privileged I/O Write IRPs functionality of NZXT CAM 4.8.0 allows a low privilege user to access the OUT instruction at an elevated privilege level.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: NZXT
Version: NZXT CAM 4.8.0

Exploitation Mechanism

An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by sending a malicious I/O request packet (IRP) to trigger the privilege escalation.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your system from CVE-2020-13512 with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or remove the affected NZXT CAM 4.8.0 version.
Monitor for any unusual system behavior.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and drivers to patch known vulnerabilities.
Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict user access.

Patching and Updates

Check for security updates from NZXT and apply patches promptly to mitigate the vulnerability.