#VU48629 Security restrictions bypass in Intel Core i7 processor 45nm - CVE-2020-8698
Published: November 12, 2020 / Updated: November 24, 2020
Vulnerability identifier: #VU48629
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8698
CWE-ID: CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability:
No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
Intel Core i7 processor 45nm
Intel Core i7 processor 45nm
Software vendor:
Intel
Intel
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to improper isolation of shared resources in some Intel(R) Processors. A local user can gain access to sensitive information on the system.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.