CVE-2020-0521: High severity intel graphics drivers for windows vulnerability
Published Feb 17, 2021
·Updated
Insufficient control flow management in some Intel(R) Graphics Drivers before version 15.45.32.5145 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Intel Graphics Drivers<15.45.32.5145
Event History
Feb 17, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:48 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:48 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is CVE-2020-0521?
CVE-2020-0521 is a vulnerability in some Intel(R) Graphics Drivers before version 15.45.32.5145 that allows an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
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What is the severity of CVE-2020-0521?
CVE-2020-0521 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
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Which software is affected by CVE-2020-0521?
CVE-2020-0521 affects Intel(R) Graphics Drivers before version 15.45.32.5145.
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How can an authenticated user exploit CVE-2020-0521?
An authenticated user can potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access by exploiting CVE-2020-0521.
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How can I fix CVE-2020-0521?
To fix CVE-2020-0521, upgrade your Intel Graphics Drivers to version 15.45.32.5145 or later.