CVE-2020-8747 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2020-8747 affecting Intel(R) AMT versions before 11.8.80, 11.12.80, 11.22.80, 12.0.70, and 14.0.45, potentially enabling information disclosure and denial of service.
Intel(R) AMT versions before 11.8.80, 11.12.80, 11.22.80, 12.0.70, and 14.0.45 are affected by an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that may lead to information disclosure and denial of service.
Understanding CVE-2020-8747
This CVE identifies a specific vulnerability in Intel(R) AMT that could potentially allow unauthorized access to sensitive information and disrupt services.
What is CVE-2020-8747?
The CVE-2020-8747 vulnerability involves an out-of-bounds read issue in the subsystem of Intel(R) AMT. Attackers exploiting this vulnerability could gain unauthorized access to data and disrupt services.
The Impact of CVE-2020-8747
The vulnerability in Intel(R) AMT versions before 11.8.80, 11.12.80, 11.22.80, 12.0.70, and 14.0.45 could result in:
- Information disclosure
- Denial of service via network access
Technical Details of CVE-2020-8747
Intel(R) AMT versions before 11.8.80, 11.12.80, 11.22.80, 12.0.70, and 14.0.45 are susceptible to the following:
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated user to potentially enable information disclosure and/or denial of service through network access.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Intel(R) AMT
- Versions Affected: versions before 11.8.80, 11.12.80, 11.22.80, 12.0.70, and 14.0.45
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability could be exploited by an unauthenticated user to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information and disrupt services.
Mitigation and Prevention
Taking immediate steps and implementing long-term security practices are crucial to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2020-8747.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Intel for the affected versions.
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activities.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all software and firmware to prevent vulnerabilities.
- Implement strong access controls and authentication mechanisms.
Patching and Updates
- Ensure all Intel(R) AMT systems are updated to versions 11.8.80, 11.12.80, 11.22.80, 12.0.70, or 14.0.45 to address the vulnerability.