CVE-2021-0074
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CVE-2021-0074 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper permissions in the installer for the Intel(R) Computing Improvement Program software before version 2.4.5982 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper permissions in the installer for the Intel(R) Computing Improvement Program software before version 2.4.5982 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Computing Improvement Program | < 2.4.5982 |
References
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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