7.8
CWE
284
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2022-38786

First published: Tue Nov 14 2023(Updated: )

Improper access control in some Intel Battery Life Diagnostic Tool software before version 2.2.1 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

Credit: secure@intel.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Intel Battery Life Diagnostic Tool<2.2.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2022-38786?

    CVE-2022-38786 is a vulnerability that involves improper access control in Intel Battery Life Diagnostic Tool software before version 2.2.1.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-38786?

    The severity of CVE-2022-38786 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.

  • How does CVE-2022-38786 affect Intel Battery Life Diagnostic Tool?

    CVE-2022-38786 allows an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access in some Intel Battery Life Diagnostic Tool software before version 2.2.1.

  • Is version 2.2.1 of Intel Battery Life Diagnostic Tool affected by CVE-2022-38786?

    No, version 2.2.1 of Intel Battery Life Diagnostic Tool is not affected by CVE-2022-38786.

  • How can I fix CVE-2022-38786?

    To fix CVE-2022-38786, it is recommended to update Intel Battery Life Diagnostic Tool software to version 2.2.1 or later.

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