Vulnerability Description
Insufficiently protected credentials in the Intel(R) QAT for Linux before version 1.7.l.4.10.0 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Quickassist Technology | < 1.7.l.4.10.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00420Vendor Advisory
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00420Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-12333?
CVE-2020-12333 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Insufficiently protected credentials in the Intel(R) QAT for Linux before version 1.7.l.4.10.0 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
How severe is CVE-2020-12333?
CVE-2020-12333 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-12333?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Intel Quickassist Technology.