Escalation of Privilege in Intel SSD Data Center Tool by Intel

CVE-2021-0100

Summary

The Intel SSD Data Center Tool has been identified with a vulnerability related to incorrect default permissions in its installer. This issue affects versions downloaded prior to the end of 2020 and allows an authenticated user to exploit the system via local access. This could potentially allow for elevating privileges, posing a risk to the integrity and security of affected environments. It is essential for users to review the security measures in place and update to a patched version to mitigate this risk.

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