SB2020111607 - Multiple vulnerabilities in Intel Ethernet 700 Series Controller

Description

This security bulletin contains information about 4 secuirty vulnerabilities.

1) Buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8693)

The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error. A local administrator can trigger memory corruption, gain elevated privieges and cause a denial of service (DoS) conditon on the target system.

2) Improper access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8692)

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A local administrator can bypass implemented security restrictions, escalate privileges and cause a denial of service (DoS) condition on the target system.

3) Protection Mechanism Failure (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8690)

The vulnerability allows a local user to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient implementation of security measures. A local administrator can bypass implemented security restrictions, elevate privileges on the system and cause a denial of service (DoS) condition.

4) Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8691)

The vulnerability allows a local administrator to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to a logic issue in the firmware, which leads to privilege escalation and denial of service (DoS) condition.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References

• https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00380