Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Intel Processor Diagnostic Tool
CVE-2020-8702

7.3HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Intel
Status
Intel(r) Processor Diagnostic Tool
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 June 2021

Summary

An uncontrolled search path element in the Intel Processor Diagnostic Tool prior to version 4.1.5.37 can be exploited by an authenticated user with local access. This could potentially allow the user to elevate their privileges within the system, leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information and system resources. It emphasizes the necessity for users to update their software to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) Processor Diagnostic Tool before version 4.1.5.37

References

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

Score:
7.3
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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