CVE-2023-28741
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.21%
Last modified
CVE-2023-28741 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Buffer overflow in some Intel(R) QAT drivers for Windows - HW Version 1.0 before version 1.10 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
Buffer overflow in some Intel(R) QAT drivers for Windows - HW Version 1.0 before version 1.10 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 | Quickassist Technology Library | < 22.07.1 |
| Intel | Quickassist Technology | >= 1.0, < 1.10 |
| Intel | Quickassist Technology | >= 2.0, < 2.04 |
References
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-28741?
Buffer overflow in some Intel(R) QAT drivers for Windows - HW Version 1.0 before version 1.10 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
How severe is CVE-2023-28741?
CVE-2023-28741 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-28741?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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