CVE-2023-25779: Medium severity intel thunderbolt dch driver for windows vulnerability
Published Feb 14, 2024
·Updated
Uncontrolled search path 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-2023-25779?
CVE-2023-25779 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability that could lead to privilege escalation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2023-25779?
To fix CVE-2023-25779, users should update the Intel Thunderbolt DCH driver to version 88 or later.
3
What causes CVE-2023-25779?
CVE-2023-25779 is caused by an uncontrolled search path element in certain Intel Thunderbolt DCH drivers.
4
Who is affected by CVE-2023-25779?
CVE-2023-25779 affects users of Intel Thunderbolt DCH drivers for Windows versions prior to 88.
5
Can CVE-2023-25779 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2023-25779 requires local access for exploitation.