Vulnerability identifier: #VU23539

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-0134

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Intel Dynamic Platform and Thermal Framework
Server applications / Frameworks for developing and running applications

Vendor: Intel

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper permissions. A local user can execute arbitrary code at an elevated level of privilege.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Intel Dynamic Platform and Thermal Framework: 8.3.10208.5643

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External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00230.html

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Q & A

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.