#VU86881 Improper access control in Intel Extreme Tuning Utility (XTU) - CVE-2023-38561

Vulnerability identifier: #VU86881

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 4.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-38561

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Intel Extreme Tuning Utility (XTU)
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor: Intel

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A local user can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain elevated privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Intel Extreme Tuning Utility (XTU): before 7.12.0.29

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External links
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00955.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.