CVE-2020-8692: Medium severity intel v710-at2 firmware vulnerability
Insufficient access control in the firmware of the Intel(R) Ethernet 700 Series Controllers before version 7.3 may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege and/or denial of service via local access.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8692?
CVE-2020-8692 is a vulnerability in the firmware of the Intel Ethernet 700 Series Controllers that may allow a privileged user to enable escalation of privilege and/or denial of service via local access.
How severe is CVE-2020-8692?
CVE-2020-8692 has a severity score of 6.7, which is considered medium.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-8692?
The Intel V710-at2 Firmware, Intel X710-tm4 Firmware, Intel X710-at2 Firmware, Intel Xxv710-am2 Firmware, Intel Xxv710-am1 Firmware, Intel X710-bm2 Firmware, Intel Xl710-bm2 Firmware, and Intel Xl710-bm1 Firmware versions up to and excluding 7.3 are affected by CVE-2020-8692.
How can a privileged user exploit CVE-2020-8692?
A privileged user can potentially enable escalation of privilege and/or denial of service via local access in the Intel Ethernet 700 Series Controllers firmware.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-8692?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-8692 on the Intel Security Center Advisory page: [Intel Security Advisory](https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00380)