CVE-2020-0560 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2020-0560 involving Intel Renesas Electronics USB 3.0 Driver installer permissions leading to privilege escalation. Find mitigation steps and necessary updates.
This CVE involves improper permissions in the installer for the Intel(R) Renesas Electronics(R) USB 3.0 Driver, potentially leading to privilege escalation via local access.
Understanding CVE-2020-0560
This vulnerability relates to the Intel(R) Renesas Electronics(R) USB 3.0 Driver installer's improper permissions.
What is CVE-2020-0560?
The CVE-2020-0560 vulnerability allows an authenticated user to exploit the Intel(R) Renesas Electronics(R) USB 3.0 Driver installer's improper permissions, enabling potential privilege escalation via local access.
The Impact of CVE-2020-0560
The vulnerability may result in an escalation of privilege for an authenticated user with local access.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-0560
This section delves into the technical aspects of the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
- The Intel(R) Renesas Electronics(R) USB 3.0 Driver installer has improper permissions.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Intel(R) Renesas Electronics(R) USB 3.0 Driver
- Vendor: n/a
- Affected Version: all versions
Exploitation Mechanism
- Conducted by an authenticated user with potential escalation of privilege through local access.
Mitigation and Prevention
Measures to address CVE-2020-0560.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Ensure access controls are robust to mitigate privilege escalation risks.
- Monitor system activity for unauthorized actions.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch systems to fix vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches released by Intel to resolve the improper permissions in the USB 3.0 Driver installer.