CVE-2019-0145: Buffer Overflow

Published Nov 14, 2019
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Updated

Buffer overflow in i40e driver for Intel(R) Ethernet 700 Series Controllers versions before 7.0 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable an escalation of privilege via local access.

Affected Software

17 affected components
Intel Ethernet Controller X710-tm4 Firmware<7.0
Intel Ethernet Controller X710-tm4
Intel Ethernet Controller X710-at2 Firmware<7.0
Intel Ethernet Controller X710-at2
Intel Ethernet Controller Xxv710-am2 Firmware<7.0
Intel Ethernet Controller Xxv710-am2
Intel Ethernet Controller Xxv710-am1 Firmware<7.0
Intel Ethernet Controller Xxv710-am1
Intel Ethernet Controller X710-bm2 Firmware<7.0
Intel Ethernet Controller X710-bm2
Intel Ethernet Controller 710-bm1 Firmware<7.0
Intel Ethernet Controller 710-bm1
Intel Ethernet 700 Series Software<24.0
Linux Linux kernel>=4.6<4.9.244
Linux Linux kernel>=4.10<4.14.205
Linux Linux kernel>=4.15<4.19.139
Linux Linux kernel>=4.20<5.2

Event History

Nov 14, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:21 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:21 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-0145?

CVE-2019-0145 is a vulnerability in the i40e driver for Intel Ethernet 700 Series Controllers, allowing an authenticated user to potentially enable an escalation of privilege via local access.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2019-0145?

CVE-2019-0145 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-0145?

CVE-2019-0145 affects Intel(R) Ethernet Controller X710-tm4 Firmware versions up to 7.0, Intel(R) Ethernet Controller X710-at2 Firmware versions up to 7.0, and Intel(R) Ethernet Controller Xxv710-am2 Firmware versions up to 7.0.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-0145?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2019-0145 by using a buffer overflow in the i40e driver to potentially enable an escalation of privilege.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-0145?

You can find more information about CVE-2019-0145 in the advisory published by Intel: [Intel-SA-00255](https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00255.html).

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