CVE-2022-41342
Description
Improper buffer restrictions in the Intel(R) C++ Compiler Classic before version 2021.7.1 for some Intel(R) oneAPI Toolkits before version 2022.3.1 may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
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Buffer restriction flaw in Intel C++ Compiler Classic may let privileged users escalate privileges via local access.
Vulnerability
An improper buffer restriction in the Intel(R) C++ Compiler Classic before version 2021.7.1, as used in some Intel(R) oneAPI Toolkits before version 2022.3.1, could allow a privileged user to trigger a buffer overflow condition via local access [1].
Exploitation
Exploitation requires local system access and a privileged user account. An attacker can craft input data that, when processed by the vulnerable compiler component, overflows a buffer and potentially executes arbitrary code in the context of the compiler [1].
Impact
Successful exploitation may enable an attacker to escalate privileges beyond their current level, potentially gaining full control over the affected system [1].
Mitigation
Intel has released updates in Intel C++ Compiler Classic version 2021.7.1 and Intel oneAPI Toolkits version 2022.3.1 to address this vulnerability. Users should upgrade to the fixed versions [1].
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Affected products
2- Range: <2021.7.1
- Range: <2022.3.1
Patches
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References
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