Vulnerability identifier: #VU17797
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 4.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Data Center Manager SDK
Client/Desktop applications /
File managers, FTP clients
Vendor: Intel
Description
The vulnerability allows a local authenticated attacker to gain elevated privileges on the target system.
The weakness exists due to improper folder permissions in Intel(R) Data Center Manager SDK. A local attacker can gain elevated privileges to conduct further attacks.
Mitigation
Update to version 5.0.2.
Vulnerable software versions
Data Center Manager SDK: 5.0.0 - 5.0.1
External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00215.html
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.