CVE-2020-8737 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2020-8737, a vulnerability in Intel(R) Stratix(R) 10 FPGA firmware before version 20.1, enabling privilege escalation and information disclosure. Find mitigation steps here.
A vulnerability in the Intel(R) Stratix(R) 10 FPGA firmware provided with the Intel(R) Quartus(R) Prime Pro software before version 20.1 could allow unauthorized users to escalate privileges and disclose information.
Understanding CVE-2020-8737
This CVE identifies an issue in the Intel(R) Stratix(R) 10 FPGA firmware that could lead to privilege escalation and information disclosure.
What is CVE-2020-8737?
Improper buffer restrictions in the Intel(R) Stratix(R) 10 FPGA firmware provided with the Intel(R) Quartus(R) Prime Pro software before version 20.1 may allow an unauthenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege and/or information disclosure via physical access.
The Impact of CVE-2020-8737
The vulnerability could be exploited by unauthorized users to escalate privileges and access sensitive information, posing a risk to the security and confidentiality of affected systems.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-8737
This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability stems from improper buffer restrictions in the Intel(R) Stratix(R) 10 FPGA firmware provided with the Intel(R) Quartus(R) Prime Pro software before version 20.1.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Intel(R) Stratix(R) 10 FPGA firmware provided with the Intel(R) Quartus(R) Prime Pro software
- Versions Affected: Before version 20.1
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability may be exploited by an unauthenticated user with physical access to potentially escalate privileges and disclose sensitive information.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2020-8737 is crucial to maintaining security.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update the Intel(R) Quartus(R) Prime Pro software to version 20.1 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
- Implement strict access controls to limit physical access to vulnerable systems.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and audit system access to detect any unauthorized activities.
- Educate users on security best practices to prevent unauthorized access and privilege escalation.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security advisories from Intel and apply patches promptly to address known vulnerabilities.