Improper Access Control in Intel Advisor Software Affects Users
CVE-2021-23152

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Intel
Status
Intel(r) Advisor Software
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 February 2022

Summary

The Intel Advisor software, prior to version 2021.2, has been identified with a flaw related to improper access control mechanisms. This vulnerability allows an authenticated user to leverage local access to potentially escalate their privileges. Proper safeguards may not be in place to regulate access, resulting in unintended permissions that can be exploited. Users are advised to upgrade to a patched version to mitigate the risk.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) Advisor software before version 2021.2

References

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