Description Preview
CVE-2020-8749 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability (CWE-125) affecting the subsystem for Intel Active Management Technology (AMT). This vulnerability exists in versions before 11.8.80, 11.12.80, 11.22.80, 12.0.70, and 14.0.45. The flaw allows an unauthenticated user to potentially escalate privileges through adjacent access. This vulnerability could enable attackers to access sensitive information or gain elevated privileges on affected systems.
Overview
Intel Active Management Technology (AMT) is a feature in Intel processors that allows remote management of computers. The vulnerability identified as CVE-2020-8749 is an out-of-bounds read issue in the AMT subsystem. This type of vulnerability occurs when software reads data past the end of the intended buffer, potentially exposing sensitive information. In this case, an unauthenticated attacker with adjacent network access could exploit this vulnerability to escalate privileges on the affected system. The vulnerability affects multiple versions of Intel AMT, potentially exposing a wide range of systems to security risks.
Remediation
To address this vulnerability, organizations should:
- Update Intel AMT to the following versions or later:
- Version 11.8.80
- Version 11.12.80
- Version 11.22.80
- Version 12.0.70
- Version 14.0.45
- Follow Intel's guidance provided in the security advisory Intel-SA-00391.
- If immediate patching is not possible, consider implementing network segmentation to limit adjacent access to systems running vulnerable Intel AMT versions.
- Monitor systems for any unusual activities that might indicate exploitation attempts.
- NetApp customers should refer to the NetApp security advisory NTAP-20201113-0003 for specific guidance related to their products.
References
- Intel Security Advisory: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00391
- NetApp Security Advisory: https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20201113-0003/
- CWE-125: Out-of-bounds Read: https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/125.html
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
