#VU54127 Unquoted Search Path or Element in Intel Unite Client for Windows - CVE-2021-0108


Vulnerability identifier: #VU54127

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 2 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/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-2021-0108

CWE-ID: CWE-428

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Intel Unite Client for Windows
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Intel

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges.

The vulnerability exists due to uncontrolled search path. A local user can gain elevated privileges on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Intel Unite Client for Windows: before 4.2.25031


External links
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00506.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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