Vulnerability identifier: #VU54142

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-0100

CWE-ID: CWE-276

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Intel SSD Data Center Tool
Other software / Other software solutions

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 installer. A local user can gain elevated privileges on the target system.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website released 12/31/2020.

Vulnerable software versions

Intel SSD Data Center Tool: All versions

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External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00537.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.