Intel QuickAssist Technology (QAT) drivers for Linux privilege escalation | CVE-2022-36397
NAME
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Intel QuickAssist Technology (QAT) drivers for Linux privilege escalation
Platforms Affected:
Risk Level:
7.3
Exploitability:
Unproven
Consequences:
Gain Privilege
DESCRIPTION
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Intel QuickAssist Technology (QAT) drivers for Linux could allow a local authenticated attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system, caused by incorrect default permissions in the software installer. By sending a specially-crafted request, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain elevated privileges.
CVSS 3.0 Information
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Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged
Access Vector:
Local
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