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CVE-2020-0559

HIGH · CVSS 7.8 EPSS 0.29%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS (historical backfill) · Published 2020-08-13 · Last synced 2026-08-04

CyberRota Analysis

This is a high severity vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8. It affects Windows. Exploitation may require the attacker to be authenticated.

CVE
CVE-2020-0559
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.8
EPSS
0.29%
Windows

Original NVD Description

Insecure inherited permissions in some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi products on Windows* 7 and 8.1 before version 21.40.5.1 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

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