CVE-2020-24485: High severity intel trace analyzer and collector vulnerability

Published Feb 17, 2021
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Updated

Improper conditions check in the Intel(R) FPGA OPAE Driver for Linux before kernel version 4.17 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Intel Trace Analyzer and Collector<2020
Intel Trace Analyzer and Collector=update1
Intel Trace Analyzer and Collector=update2
Intel Trace Analyzer and Collector=update3

Event History

Feb 17, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:35 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-24485?

CVE-2020-24485 is a vulnerability in the Intel FPGA OPAE Driver for Linux before kernel version 4.17 that may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

2

How severe is CVE-2020-24485?

CVE-2020-24485 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is considered high.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2020-24485?

Intel Trace Analyzer and Collector versions up to and including 2020, update1, update2, and update3 are affected by CVE-2020-24485.

4

How can an authenticated user exploit CVE-2020-24485?

An authenticated user with local access can exploit CVE-2020-24485 to potentially enable escalation of privilege.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-24485?

For more information about CVE-2020-24485, you can refer to the advisory provided by Intel at the following URL: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00440.html

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