CVE-2023-24542: Medium severity intel thunderbolt dch driver for windows vulnerability
Published Feb 14, 2024
·Updated
Unquoted search path or element in some Intel(R) Thunderbolt(TM) DCH drivers for Windows before version 88 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Intel Thunderbolt Dch Driver Windows<88
Event History
Feb 14, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:37 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2023-24542?
CVE-2023-24542 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for privilege escalation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2023-24542?
To fix CVE-2023-24542, update your Intel Thunderbolt DCH drivers to version 88 or higher.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2023-24542?
CVE-2023-24542 affects users of Intel Thunderbolt DCH drivers for Windows versions prior to 88.
4
What is the impact of CVE-2023-24542?
The impact of CVE-2023-24542 allows an authenticated user to potentially escalate privileges through local access.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-24542?
No official workaround is specified for CVE-2023-24542; upgrading the driver is recommended.