Improper Access Control in Intel Chipset Device Software Installer
CVE-2019-14596

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Intel
Status
Intel(r) Chipset Device Software Inf Utility
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 January 2020

Summary

The Intel Chipset Device Software INF Utility prior to version 10.1.18 contains an improper access control vulnerability in its installer. This flaw may allow an authenticated user with local access to the system to trigger a denial of service condition. Users and administrators are advised to update to the latest version to mitigate potential risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) Chipset Device Software INF Utility before version 10.1.18

References

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/a...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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