Intel Data Center Graphics Driver for VMware ESXi Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

A buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in the Intel Data Center Graphics Driver for VMware ESXi, prior to version 2.0.2. This vulnerability, located within Ring 1: Device Drivers, may allow an escalation of privilege. A system software adversary with a privileged user status could execute local code, potentially impacting the system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized privilege escalation, allowing a user to gain elevated rights and access within the system. This could enable local code execution, with significant implications for the system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Remediation

Users are advised to update the Intel Data Center Graphics Driver for VMware ESXi to version 2.0.2 or later. The update is available for download from the Intel Download Center.