#VU70990 Improper access control in oneAPI DPC++/C++ Compiler and C++ Compiler (Classic) - CVE-2022-40196

Vulnerability identifier: #VU70990

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 4.4 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-40196

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
oneAPI DPC++/C++ Compiler
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers
C++ Compiler (Classic)
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor: Intel

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A local user can execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

oneAPI DPC++/C++ Compiler: before 2022.2.1

C++ Compiler (Classic): before 2021.8

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External links
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00773.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.