#VU63537 Improper access control in Intel Killer Control Center - CVE-2021-26258

Vulnerability identifier: #VU63537

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-26258

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Intel Killer Control Center
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor: Intel

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A local user can escalate privileges on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Intel Killer Control Center: before 2.4.3337.0

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External links
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00644.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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.