Intel Power Gadget Software Vulnerability Could Lead to Information Disclosure
CVE-2023-38420

3.8LOW

Key Information:

Vendor

Intel
Status
Intel(r) Power Gadget Software For Mac OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 May 2024

What is CVE-2023-38420?

A significant security vulnerability exists in Intel Power Gadget software for macOS that is tied to improper conditions checks. This flaw could potentially permit an authenticated user to exploit local access capabilities, leading to unintended information disclosure. Users and administrators are encouraged to review their systems for potentially affected versions and apply appropriate security measures as outlined in Intel's advisory.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) Power Gadget software for macOS See references

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
3.8
Severity:
LOW
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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