Intel Rapid Storage Technology Application Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

A vulnerability in Intel Rapid Storage Technology Application prior to version 20.0.1021 allows for privilege escalation due to insecure inherited permissions. This vulnerability could enable local code execution by an unprivileged, authenticated user, requiring active user interaction. The issue may arise from local access without special internal knowledge, and it could significantly impact the system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized privilege escalation, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code with elevated rights.

Remediation

Users are advised to update Intel Rapid Storage Technology software to version 18.1.1042 or version 20.0.1021 or later. The latest version can be downloaded from the Microsoft Store.