Intel QuickAssist Technology (QAT) drivers for Linux privilege escalation | CVE-2022-36397

NAME
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Intel QuickAssist Technology (QAT) drivers for Linux privilege escalation

Platforms Affected:


Risk Level:
7.3

Exploitability:
Unproven

Consequences:
Gain Privilege

DESCRIPTION
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Intel QuickAssist Technology (QAT) drivers for Linux could allow a local authenticated attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system, caused by incorrect default permissions in the software installer. By sending a specially-crafted request, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain elevated privileges.

CVSS 3.0 Information
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Privileges Required:
Low

User Interaction:
Required

Scope:
Unchanged

Access Vector:
Local


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