CVE-2020-8733 : Security Advisory and Response

Intel(R) Server Board M10JNP2SB Advisory before version 7.210 is affected by an improper buffer restrictions vulnerability that may allow a privileged user to enable escalation of privilege via local access.

Understanding CVE-2020-8733

This CVE involves an escalation of privilege vulnerability in the firmware of Intel(R) Server Board M10JNP2SB before version 7.210.

What is CVE-2020-8733?

The vulnerability in the affected firmware could be exploited by a privileged user to potentially escalate their privileges through local access.

The Impact of CVE-2020-8733

The vulnerability could lead to unauthorized escalation of privileges on the affected system, posing a security risk to the data and operations.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-8733

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability arises from improper buffer restrictions in the firmware of Intel(R) Server Board M10JNP2SB before version 7.210.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Intel(R) Server Board M10JNP2SB Advisory
Vendor: Not applicable
Versions Affected: Before version 7.210

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by a privileged user with local access to potentially escalate their privileges on the system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-8733 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Intel promptly.
Restrict access to privileged accounts to minimize the risk of exploitation.
Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update firmware and software to address security vulnerabilities.
Conduct security training for users to raise awareness of privilege escalation risks.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that the firmware for Intel(R) Server Board M10JNP2SB is updated to version 7.210 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.