CVE-2020-8679
CVE-2020-8679 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Intel Graphics Drivers with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-787.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.5)
- CVSS v2: 2.1
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (19th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-787
- Affected product: Intel Graphics Drivers
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Out-of-bounds write in Kernel Mode Driver for some Intel(R) Graphics Drivers before version 26.20.100.7755 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable denial of service via local access.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-8679?
- Out-of-bounds write in Kernel Mode Driver for some Intel(R) Graphics Drivers before version 26.20.100.7755 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable denial of service via local access.
- How severe is CVE-2020-8679?
- CVE-2020-8679 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2020-8679 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (19th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-8679?
- CVE-2020-8679 affects Intel Graphics Drivers. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-8679?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2020-8679 published?
- CVE-2020-8679 was published on 2020-08-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:intel:graphics_drivers:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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