Vulnerability identifier: #VU87124
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 1.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-362
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Intel Memory and Storage Tool (MAS)
Hardware solutions /
Firmware
Vendor:
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to a race condition. A local administrator can exploit the race and escalate privileges on the system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00967.html
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.