Vulnerability identifier: #VU89698
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-119
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Power Gadget software for Windows
Hardware solutions /
Firmware
Vendor:
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error. A local user can trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code on the target system with elevated privileges.
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-01037.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.