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Advisory Published
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CVE-2020-12363: Input Validation

First published: Wed Feb 17 2021(Updated: )

A flaw was found in the Linux kernel. Improper input validation in some Intel(R) Graphics Drivers may allow a privileged user to potentially enable a denial of service via local access.

Credit: secure@intel.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
redhat/kernel-rt<0:3.10.0-1160.31.1.rt56.1169.el7
0:3.10.0-1160.31.1.rt56.1169.el7
redhat/kernel<0:3.10.0-1160.31.1.el7
0:3.10.0-1160.31.1.el7
redhat/kernel-rt<0:4.18.0-305.rt7.72.el8
0:4.18.0-305.rt7.72.el8
redhat/kernel<0:4.18.0-305.el8
0:4.18.0-305.el8
redhat/linux-firmware<0:20201218-102.git05789708.el8
0:20201218-102.git05789708.el8
Intel Graphics Drivers for Windows<26.20.100.7212
Intel Graphics Drivers for Windows<26.20.100.7212
Linux kernel<5.5

Remedy

Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options don't meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base or stability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-12363?

    CVE-2020-12363 has a medium severity level due to potential denial of service vulnerabilities.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-12363?

    To fix CVE-2020-12363, update the affected Intel Graphics Drivers and Linux kernel versions to the latest recommended patches.

  • Which systems are affected by CVE-2020-12363?

    CVE-2020-12363 affects certain versions of Intel Graphics Drivers for Windows and the Linux kernel versions 3.10.x and 4.18.x.

  • What kind of flaw is described in CVE-2020-12363?

    CVE-2020-12363 is characterized by improper input validation within Intel Graphics Drivers.

  • Is local access required to exploit CVE-2020-12363?

    Yes, a privileged user with local access is required to potentially exploit CVE-2020-12363.

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