SB2020082905 - OpenSUSE Linux update for grub2
Published: August 29, 2020
Security Bulletin ID
SB2020082905
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Physical access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Improper Verification of Cryptographic Signature (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-15705)
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to compromise the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to the affected software fails to validate kernel signature when booted directly without shim. An attacker with physical access can bypass secure boot.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.