#VU96031 Incorrect default permissions in Intel products - CVE-2023-43747

Vulnerability identifier: #VU96031

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-2023-43747

CWE-ID: CWE-276

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Intel NUC M15 Laptop Kit - LAPRC710
Hardware solutions / Firmware
Intel NUC M15 Laptop Kit - LAPRC510
Hardware solutions / Firmware
Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

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 with access to the system can gain elevated privileges on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Intel NUC M15 Laptop Kit - LAPRC710: All versions

Intel NUC M15 Laptop Kit - LAPRC510: All versions

Intel Connectivity Performance Suite: before 2.0

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External links
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-01102.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.