CVE-2023-27301: Medium severity intel thunderbolt dch driver for windows vulnerability
Published Feb 14, 2024
·Updated
Improper access control 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-2023-27301?
CVE-2023-27301 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for privilege escalation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2023-27301?
To fix CVE-2023-27301, update to the latest version of Intel Thunderbolt DCH drivers for Windows, ensuring you are on version 88 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2023-27301?
CVE-2023-27301 affects users of Intel Thunderbolt DCH drivers for Windows versions prior to 88.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-27301?
CVE-2023-27301 is an improper access control vulnerability that may allow an authenticated user to escalate privileges.
5
Can CVE-2023-27301 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2023-27301 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the affected system.