CVE-2019-11146 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

Intel(R) Driver & Support Assistant Advisory prior to version 19.7.30.2 is vulnerable to unauthorized elevation of privileges through local access due to improper file verification.

Understanding CVE-2019-11146

This CVE involves an escalation of privilege vulnerability in Intel(R) Driver & Support Assistant Advisory.

What is CVE-2019-11146?

The vulnerability allows an authenticated user to potentially escalate privileges via local access by exploiting the Intel(R) Driver & Support Assistant before version 19.7.30.2.

The Impact of CVE-2019-11146

Unauthorized users may gain elevated privileges through local access, posing a security risk to affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-11146

This section provides technical details of the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability arises from improper file verification in Intel(R) Driver & Support Assistant Advisory before version 19.7.30.2.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Intel(R) Driver & Support Assistant Advisory
Vendor: Not applicable
Vulnerable Versions: Versions before 19.7.30.2

Exploitation Mechanism

An authenticated user can exploit the vulnerability through local access to enable unauthorized elevation of privileges.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your system from CVE-2019-11146 with these mitigation strategies.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Intel(R) Driver & Support Assistant to version 19.7.30.2 or later.
Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and firmware to patch known vulnerabilities.
Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict user access.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and apply patches promptly to secure your system.