Vulnerability identifier: #VU23541

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-11096

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Intel Ethernet I218 Adapter driver
Hardware solutions / Drivers

Vendor: Intel

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient memory protection. A local user can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Intel Ethernet I218 Adapter driver: 22.10 - 23.5.2

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External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00253.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.