CVE-2024-31858

Summary

CVE-2024-31858 is a newly disclosed vulnerability affecting Intel(R) QuickAssist Technology software versions prior to 2.2.0. This issue involves an out-of-bounds write vulnerability that can be exploited by authenticated users, potentially enabling privilege escalation through local access. Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow attackers to gain elevated access to affected systems, leading to significant security risks. Users are strongly encouraged to upgrade to the latest version of Intel QuickAssist Technology software to mitigate this risk. In more detail, the CVE-2024-31858 vulnerability is a critical security issue that arises from an out-of-bounds write flaw present in some versions of Intel QuickAssist Technology software. Specifically, this vulnerability can be exploited by authenticated users with local access, who can take advantage of the write condition to potentially elevate their privileges. This escalation of privilege could lead to serious consequences, such as unauthorized access to sensitive data or system takeover. To protect against this threat, system administrators and users are advised to promptly update their Intel QuickAssist Technology software to the latest version, which is known to mitigate this vulnerability.

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