Improper Access Control in Intel Thunderbolt Drivers for Windows
CVE-2023-22848

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Intel
Status
Intel(r) Thunderbolt(tm) Dch Drivers For Windows
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 February 2024

What is CVE-2023-22848?

Improper access control in Intel Thunderbolt DCH drivers for Windows prior to version 88 could allow an authenticated user to potentially exploit the vulnerability to cause a denial of service through local access. This issue highlights the importance of stringent access controls in driver software to prevent unauthorized actions that can affect system stability and security. Users are encouraged to update to the latest version of the drivers to mitigate potential risks and ensure continued protection against such vulnerabilities.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) Thunderbolt(TM) DCH drivers for Windows before version 88

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2023-22848 : Improper Access Control in Intel Thunderbolt Drivers for Windows