7.8
CWE
732
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-12302

First published: Mon Oct 05 2020(Updated: )

Improper permissions in the Intel(R) Driver & Support Assistant before version 20.7.26.7 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

Credit: secure@intel.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Intel® Driver & Support Assistant<20.7.26.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-12302?

    CVE-2020-12302 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for escalation of privilege.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-12302?

    To fix CVE-2020-12302, update the Intel Driver & Support Assistant to version 20.7.26.7 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2020-12302?

    CVE-2020-12302 affects users of Intel Driver & Support Assistant versions prior to 20.7.26.7.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-12302?

    CVE-2020-12302 is classified as an improper permissions vulnerability.

  • Can CVE-2020-12302 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2020-12302 requires local access to exploit, making it more challenging to exploit remotely.

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