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CVE-2019-11133: Intel Processor Diagnostic Tool lets logged-in users gain higher rights

CVE-2019-11133 · published 7 years ago
Summary

The Intel Processor Diagnostic Tool (versions before 4.1.2.24) does not properly restrict what an authenticated user can do. This could let that user increase their access level, view confidential data, or cause the program to stop working. Update the tool to the latest version or apply the vendor's recommended patch to fix the issue.

What to do
  • Update intel processor_diagnostic_tool to version 4.1.2.24 or later.
Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
intel processor_diagnostic_tool < 4.1.2.24
cpe:2.3:a:intel:processor_diagnostic_tool:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Improper access control in the Intel(R) Processor Diagnostic Tool before version 4.1.2.24 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege, information disclosure or de...
Improper access control in the Intel(R) Processor Diagnostic Tool before version 4.1.2.24 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege, information disclosure or denial of service via local access.
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
7.8 High
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Timeline
Published11 Jul 2019
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
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