CVE-2020-7207 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

A local elevation of privilege vulnerability was discovered in HPE ProLiant Gen10 Servers utilizing Intel Innovation Engine (IE), requiring physical access to the server motherboard.

Understanding CVE-2020-7207

This CVE involves a security issue in HPE ProLiant Gen10 Servers that can be exploited through physical attacks on the server motherboard.

What is CVE-2020-7207?

The vulnerability allows attackers to elevate privileges locally by physically accessing the server motherboard.

The Impact of CVE-2020-7207

Attackers can gain elevated privileges on affected servers through physical intrusion.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-7207

This section provides technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

A local elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in HPE ProLiant Gen10 Servers using Intel Innovation Engine (IE).

Affected Systems and Versions

Products affected include various HPE ProLiant Gen10 Servers with all current IE firmware.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers need physical access to the server motherboard to exploit this vulnerability.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2020-7207 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Ensure physical security measures are in place to prevent unauthorized access to the server motherboard.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strict physical security protocols to safeguard servers from unauthorized physical access.

Patching and Updates

HPE will not address this issue in the impacted Gen10 servers listed. Implement compensating controls to restrict physical access to the server main circuit board.