Incorrect default permissions in QAT drivers for Linux and QAT drivers for Windows - CVE-2022-36397

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Incorrect default permissions in QAT drivers for Linux and QAT drivers for Windows - CVE-2022-36397

Published: February 22, 2023


Vulnerability identifier: #VU72500
CSH Severity: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2022-36397
CWE-ID: CWE-276
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
QAT drivers for Linux
QAT drivers for Windows
Software vendor:
Intel

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions in the software installer. A local user can gain elevated privileges on the target system.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.

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