RCE in Intel Nuc_8_mainstream-g_kit_nuc8i5inh

CVE-2020-12336

Insecure default variable initialization in firmware for some Intel(R) NUCs may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

EPSS: 0.003 (23.5th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 7.8 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-12336?
CVE-2020-12336 is a high-severity vulnerability in Intel Nuc_8_mainstream-g_kit_nuc8i5inh, classified under Initialization of a Resource with an Insecure Default. CVSS score: 7.8/10. Published 2020-11-12.
How severe is CVE-2020-12336?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 7.8 out of 10.