Privilege Escalation in Intel NUC M15 Laptop Kit Integrated Sensor Hub Driver
CVE-2021-33088

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Intel
Status
Intel(r) Nuc M15 Laptop Kit Integrated Sensor Hub Driver Pack
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 November 2021

Summary

The Intel NUC M15 Laptop Kit Integrated Sensor Hub driver pack allows for improper default permissions prior to version 5.4.1.4449. This may potentially enable an authenticated user to escalate privileges through local access, creating serious security implications for systems utilizing this hardware. It is crucial for users and administrators to update to the latest version to safeguard against potential threats.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) NUC M15 Laptop Kit Integrated Sensor Hub driver pack before version 5.4.1.4449

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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