Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Intel QAT Drivers for Windows
CVE-2023-28741

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Intel
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 November 2023

Summary

A buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in certain Intel QAT drivers for Windows, specifically in HW Version 1.0 prior to version 1.10. This vulnerability allows an authenticated user to potentially escalate privileges through local access, making it crucial for organizations using affected versions to apply security updates promptly. Keeping drivers updated mitigates the risk associated with this vulnerability, ensuring system integrity and safeguarding against unauthorized access.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) QAT drivers for Windows - HW Version 1.0 before version 1.10

References

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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