CVE-2019-14613 : Security Advisory and Response

An authenticated user with local access to the driver for Intel(R) VTune(TM) Amplifier for Windows* prior to update 8 may exploit inadequate access control, potentially leading to the escalation of privilege.

Understanding CVE-2019-14613

This CVE identifies a vulnerability in Intel(R) VTune(TM) Amplifier for Windows* that could allow an authenticated user to escalate privileges.

What is CVE-2019-14613?

CVE-2019-14613 is a security vulnerability in the Intel(R) VTune(TM) Amplifier for Windows* driver that could be exploited by an authenticated local user to escalate privileges.

The Impact of CVE-2019-14613

The vulnerability could result in an escalation of privilege for an attacker with local access to the affected driver.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-14613

Vulnerability Description

Improper access control in the driver for Intel(R) VTune(TM) Amplifier for Windows* before update 8 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Intel(R) VTune(TM) Amplifier for Windows*
Vendor: Intel
Versions Affected: Before update 8

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by an authenticated user with local access to the driver, leveraging inadequate access control to escalate privileges.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the necessary update to version 8 or above to mitigate the vulnerability.
Limit access to the affected driver to authorized users only.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and update software to ensure all security patches are applied promptly.
Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict user access rights.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all systems running Intel(R) VTune(TM) Amplifier for Windows* are updated to at least version 8 to address the vulnerability.