CVE-2020-8752

Out-of-bounds write in IPv6 subsystem for Intel(R) AMT, Intel(R) ISM versions before 11.8.80, 11.12.80, 11.22.80, 12.0.70, 14.0.45 may allow an unauthenticated…

published November 12, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
76.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky out-of-bounds write in the IPv6 subsystem could let an unauthorized user escalate privileges through a simple network access — no insider knowledge required! 🔥 Think of this vulnerability like a construction site where an uninvited guest can sneak into the admin office and start changing blueprints without anyone noticing. They could alter plans, potentially leading to a disastrous outcome! If exploited, this flaw could allow attackers to gain elevated privileges, possibly giving them control over sensitive functions or data. It’s a surprising loophole that could turn a regular user into a powerful administrator — a recipe for chaos!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a construction site where an uninvited guest can sneak into the admin office and start changing blueprints without anyone noticing. They could alter plans, potentially leading to a disastrous outcome! This out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the Intel AMT and ISM versions allows attackers to manipulate memory beyond its allocated limit, which can lead to privilege escalation without authentication. This means they can perform actions as if they were a trusted user.

What to do

If exploited, this flaw could allow attackers to gain elevated privileges, possibly giving them control over sensitive functions or data. It’s a surprising loophole that could turn a regular user into a powerful administrator — a recipe for chaos! To mitigate this risk, update your systems to versions 11.8.80, 11.12.80, 11.22.80, 12.0.70, or 14.0.45. It's key to ensure proper network access controls are in place and monitor for any unusual activity. Don’t let those blueprints get altered! You've got this! Stay proactive with those updates and keep your systems secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01686 · 76.8th percentile
Published
2020-11-12T18:05Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 NOV 18:05Z
    Out-of-bounds write in IPv6 subsystem for Intel(R) AMT, Intel(R) ISM versions before 11.8.80, 11.12.80, 11.22.80, 12.0.70, 14.0.45 may allow an unauthenticated…
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