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National Vulnerability Database

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CVE-2023-50197 Detail

Description

Intel Driver & Support Assistant Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Intel Driver & Support Assistant. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the DSA Service. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to write a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-21845.


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Hyperlink Resource
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1773/

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-ID CWE Name Source
CWE-59 Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') Zero Day Initiative  

Change History

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Quick Info

CVE Dictionary Entry:
CVE-2023-50197
NVD Published Date:
05/02/2024
NVD Last Modified:
05/03/2024
Source:
Zero Day Initiative