#VU83301 Improper access control in Intel Connectivity Performance Suite - CVE-2023-32279

Vulnerability identifier: #VU83301

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 2.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-32279

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Intel

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in the Intel Connectivity Performance Suite software for some Intel Wireless Products. A remote attacker can send specially crafted input to the system and obtain potentially sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Intel Connectivity Performance Suite: before 2.1123.214.2

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External links
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00944.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.