Learn about CVE-2020-8718, a buffer overflow vulnerability in Intel(R) Server Boards, Server Systems, and Compute Modules before version 1.59, allowing privilege escalation via local access. Find mitigation steps and prevention measures.
A buffer overflow vulnerability in Intel(R) Server Boards, Server Systems, and Compute Modules before version 1.59 could allow an authenticated user to escalate privileges locally.
Understanding CVE-2020-8718
This CVE involves a buffer overflow issue in a subsystem of certain Intel server products, potentially leading to privilege escalation.
What is CVE-2020-8718?
CVE-2020-8718 is a security vulnerability in Intel server products that could be exploited by an authenticated user to elevate their privileges through local access.
The Impact of CVE-2020-8718
The vulnerability could enable an attacker with authenticated access to the system to escalate their privileges, posing a significant security risk.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-8718
This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
A buffer overflow in a subsystem of Intel(R) Server Boards, Server Systems, and Compute Modules before version 1.59 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by an authenticated user with local access to the affected Intel server products to escalate their privileges.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2020-8718 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates
Ensure that all Intel server products are updated to version 1.59 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.