CVE-2020-8766: Medium severity intel software guard extensions data center attestation primitives vulnerability
Published Nov 12, 2020
·Updated
Improper conditions check in the Intel(R) SGX DCAP software before version 1.6 may allow an unauthenticated user to potentially enable denial of service via adjacent access.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Intel Software Guard Extensions Data Center Attestation Primitives<1.6
Event History
Nov 12, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:10 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2020-8766?
CVE-2020-8766 has a medium severity rating due to potential denial of service risks.
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How do I fix CVE-2020-8766?
To fix CVE-2020-8766, upgrade the Intel SGX DCAP software to version 1.6 or later.
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Who is affected by CVE-2020-8766?
Organizations using Intel SGX DCAP software versions prior to 1.6 are affected by CVE-2020-8766.
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What vulnerabilities does CVE-2020-8766 expose?
CVE-2020-8766 exposes systems to potential denial of service by allowing unauthenticated users to exploit improper condition checks.
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Is there a workaround for CVE-2020-8766 if I can't upgrade?
No official workarounds are available for CVE-2020-8766, so upgrading is strongly recommended.