What is the severity of CVE-2023-28407?

CVE-2023-28407 has a moderate severity level due to the potential for privilege escalation.

How do I fix CVE-2023-28407?

To mitigate CVE-2023-28407, upgrade to Intel Extreme Tuning Utility version 7.12.0.29 or newer.

Who is affected by CVE-2023-28407?

Authenticated users of Intel Extreme Tuning Utility versions prior to 7.12.0.29 are affected by CVE-2023-28407.

What type of attack does CVE-2023-28407 allow?

CVE-2023-28407 may allow authenticated users to escalate their privileges locally.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-28407?

There are no official workarounds for CVE-2023-28407; the best approach is to install the updated version.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-28407

high

7.8

CWE

427

14/2/2024

29/10/2024

CVE-2023-28407

First published: Wed Feb 14 2024(Updated: )

Uncontrolled search path in some Intel(R) XTU software before version 7.12.0.29 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

Credit: secure@intel.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Intel Extreme Tuning Utility	<7.12.0.29

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Reference Links

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00955.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-28407?
CVE-2023-28407 has a moderate severity level due to the potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2023-28407?
To mitigate CVE-2023-28407, upgrade to Intel Extreme Tuning Utility version 7.12.0.29 or newer.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-28407?
Authenticated users of Intel Extreme Tuning Utility versions prior to 7.12.0.29 are affected by CVE-2023-28407.
What type of attack does CVE-2023-28407 allow?
CVE-2023-28407 may allow authenticated users to escalate their privileges locally.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-28407?
There are no official workarounds for CVE-2023-28407; the best approach is to install the updated version.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-28407?
CVE-2023-28407 has a moderate severity level due to the potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2023-28407?
To mitigate CVE-2023-28407, upgrade to Intel Extreme Tuning Utility version 7.12.0.29 or newer.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-28407?
Authenticated users of Intel Extreme Tuning Utility versions prior to 7.12.0.29 are affected by CVE-2023-28407.
What type of attack does CVE-2023-28407 allow?
CVE-2023-28407 may allow authenticated users to escalate their privileges locally.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-28407?
There are no official workarounds for CVE-2023-28407; the best approach is to install the updated version.