Vulnerability in Intel VTune Profiler Allows Privilege Escalation
CVE-2020-12329

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Intel
Status
Intel(r) Vtune(tm) Profiler
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 November 2020

Summary

The Intel VTune Profiler, prior to version 2020 Update 1, is susceptible to an uncontrolled search path issue. This vulnerability may allow an authenticated user with local access to exploit the system, enabling them to escalate their privileges. Users are advised to upgrade to the latest version to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) VTune(TM) Profiler before version 2020 Update 1

References

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/a...
x_refsource_MISC

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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