Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Intel GPA Software
CVE-2024-28046

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Intel
Status
Intel(r) Gpa Software
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 August 2024

Summary

A vulnerability exists in the Intel GPA software due to an uncontrolled search path in versions earlier than 2024.1. This flaw could be exploited by an authenticated user with local access to potentially escalate their privileges on the system. Such vulnerabilities pose risks as they allow unauthorized actions or access beyond intended permissions, emphasizing the need for users to update their software to the latest version to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) GPA software before version 2024.1

References

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

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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