#VU103973 Incorrect default permissions in Intel Graphics Performance Analyzers (GPA) and GPA Framework - CVE-2024-42419

Vulnerability identifier: #VU103973

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 2 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:H/AT:P/PR:L/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-42419

CWE-ID: CWE-276

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Intel Graphics Performance Analyzers (GPA)
Hardware solutions / Firmware
GPA Framework
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor: Intel

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions. A local user can gain elevated privileges on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Intel Graphics Performance Analyzers (GPA): before 2024.3

GPA Framework: before 2024.3

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External links
https://intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-01233.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.