Intel Power Gadget Software Vulnerability Allows Local Privilege Escalation
CVE-2023-46691

7.9HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Intel
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 May 2024

Summary

The vulnerability exists in Intel Power Gadget software for Windows, where an issue of use-after-free may be exploited by an authenticated user. This flaw could potentially allow the user to escalate privileges through local access. The underlying design flaw emphasizes the need for immediate patching to mitigate security risks associated with unauthorized access and elevation of privileges.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) Power Gadget software for Windows See references

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.9
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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