7.8
CWE
691
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-29079

First published: Wed Nov 13 2024(Updated: )

Insufficient control flow management in some Intel(R) VROC software before version 8.6.0.3001 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

Credit: secure@intel.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Intel VROC<8.6.0.3001
<8.6.0.3001

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-29079?

    CVE-2024-29079 is considered a medium-severity vulnerability due to the potential for privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-29079?

    To fix CVE-2024-29079, upgrade Intel VROC software to version 8.6.0.3001 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2024-29079?

    CVE-2024-29079 affects users of Intel VROC software versions prior to 8.6.0.3001.

  • What could an attacker achieve with CVE-2024-29079?

    An attacker with local access could potentially escalate their privileges due to insufficient control flow management in the software.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-29079?

    There are no known workarounds for CVE-2024-29079, so upgrading to the fixed version is recommended.

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