#VU79372 Untrusted search path in Intel Rapid Storage Technology - CVE-2022-43456


Vulnerability identifier: #VU79372

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 5.9 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-43456

CWE-ID: CWE-426

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Intel Rapid Storage Technology
Hardware solutions / Drivers

Vendor: Intel

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to untrusted search path. A local user can place a malicious binary file on the affected system and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Mitigation

Intel recommends updating Intel® RST software to the latest versions. 

Updates are available for download at the following locations:

Vulnerable software versions

Intel Rapid Storage Technology: before 16.8.5.1014.5


External links
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00795.html


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.


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