Vulnerability identifier: #VU24320

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-2019-14613

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Intel VTune Amplifier for Windows
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Intel

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper access control in driver. A local user can enable escalation of privilege on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Intel VTune Amplifier for Windows: All versions

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External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00325.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.