CVE-2020-24448 : Security Advisory and Response

Intel(R) Graphics Drivers before version 15.33.51.5146 may allow a denial of service attack through a specific uncaught exception.

Understanding CVE-2020-24448

Some Intel(R) Graphics Drivers versions are vulnerable to a denial of service risk due to an uncaught exception.

What is CVE-2020-24448?

CVE-2020-24448 is a vulnerability in certain Intel(R) Graphics Drivers that could be exploited by an authenticated user to potentially enable denial of service via local access.

The Impact of CVE-2020-24448

The vulnerability could lead to a denial of service attack, impacting the availability of the affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-24448

Vulnerability Description

An uncaught exception in Intel(R) Graphics Drivers before version 15.33.51.5146 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable denial of service via local access.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Intel(R) Graphics Drivers
Versions affected: Before version 15.33.51.5146

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by an authenticated user with local access to trigger a denial of service attack.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Intel(R) Graphics Drivers to version 15.33.51.5146 or later.
Monitor system logs for any unusual activities that could indicate a denial of service attempt.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and drivers to mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
Implement strong access controls to limit the impact of authenticated users with malicious intent.

Patching and Updates

Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates provided by Intel to address the vulnerability.