CVE-2020-24462: High severity intel graphics drivers for windows vulnerability

Published Feb 17, 2021
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Updated

Out of bounds write in the Intel(R) Graphics Driver before version 15.33.53.5161, 15.36.40.5162, 15.40.47.5166, 15.45.33.5164 and 27.20.100.8336 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable an escalation of privilege via local access.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Intel Graphics Drivers<15.33.53.5161
Intel Graphics Drivers>=15.36<15.36.40.5162
Intel Graphics Drivers>=15.40.0.0<15.40.47.5166
Intel Graphics Drivers>=15.45.0.0<15.45.33.5164
Intel Graphics Drivers>=27.20<27.20.100.8336

Event History

Feb 17, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:49 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:49 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-24462?

CVE-2020-24462 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-24462?

To fix CVE-2020-24462, update your Intel Graphics Driver to a version newer than 15.45.33.5164 or 27.20.100.8336.

3

What type of access is required to exploit CVE-2020-24462?

CVE-2020-24462 requires authenticated local access to exploit the vulnerability.

4

What are the affected versions for CVE-2020-24462?

CVE-2020-24462 affects Intel Graphics Driver versions prior to 15.33.53.5161, 15.36.40.5162, 15.40.47.5166, 15.45.33.5164, and 27.20.100.8336.

5

Who is affected by CVE-2020-24462?

Users of Intel Graphics Drivers on Windows systems prior to the patched versions are at risk from CVE-2020-24462.

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