Vulnerability Description
Improper access control in some Intel(R) Power Gadget software for macOS all versions may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
CVSS Score
8.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Power Gadget | - |
| Apple | Macos | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-01037.Vendor Advisory
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-01037.Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-40070?
CVE-2023-40070 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Improper access control in some Intel(R) Power Gadget software for macOS all versions may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
How severe is CVE-2023-40070?
CVE-2023-40070 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-40070?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Intel Power Gadget, Apple Macos.