CVE-2020-13518 : Security Advisory and Response

An information disclosure vulnerability exists in the WinRing0x64 Driver IRP 0x9c402084 functionality of NZXT CAM 4.8.0. A specially crafted I/O request packet (IRP) can cause the disclosure of sensitive information. An attacker can send a malicious IRP to trigger this vulnerability.

Understanding CVE-2020-13518

This CVE involves an information disclosure vulnerability in the WinRing0x64 Driver IRP 0x9c402084 functionality of NZXT CAM 4.8.0.

What is CVE-2020-13518?

CVE-2020-13518 is an information disclosure vulnerability in NZXT CAM 4.8.0, where a specially crafted I/O request packet can lead to the exposure of sensitive data.

The Impact of CVE-2020-13518

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 6.5, indicating a medium severity issue with high confidentiality impact but no integrity or availability impact. The attack complexity is low, and it requires low privileges with no user interaction.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-13518

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability lies in the WinRing0x64 Driver IRP 0x9c402084 functionality of NZXT CAM 4.8.0, allowing the disclosure of sensitive information through a specially crafted I/O request packet.

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 to trigger the disclosure of sensitive information.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2020-13518, follow these mitigation strategies:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update NZXT CAM to a patched version.
Monitor for any suspicious activities on the system.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and drivers to the latest versions.
Implement strong access controls and privilege management.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches provided by NZXT promptly to fix the vulnerability.