Pointer Corruption Vulnerability in Intel Graphics Drivers Affecting Local Privilege Escalation
CVE-2019-11111

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Intel
Status
2019.2 Ipu – Intel(r) Graphics Driver For Windows* And Linux
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 November 2019

Summary

A pointer corruption issue has been identified in the Unified Shader Compiler component of Intel Graphics Drivers, which could potentially allow an authenticated user with local access to escalate their privileges. This vulnerability affects versions of the drivers prior to 10.18.14.5074 (15.36.x.5074). Users are advised to apply the latest updates to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability and enhance system security.

Affected Version(s)

2019.2 IPU – Intel(R) Graphics Driver for Windows* and Linux See provided reference

References

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/a...
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https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20200320-0005/
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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