CVE-2020-8742

CVE-2020-8742 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Intel Nuc8i7behga Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.7. 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-20.

Key facts

Description

Improper input validation in the firmware for Intel(R) NUCs may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-8742?
Improper input validation in the firmware for Intel(R) NUCs may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
How severe is CVE-2020-8742?
CVE-2020-8742 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.7, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2020-8742 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-8742?
CVE-2020-8742 primarily affects Intel Nuc8i7behga Firmware. In total, 73 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8742?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2020-8742 published?
CVE-2020-8742 was published on 2020-08-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (73)

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