CVE-2016-1493

High

Description

Intel Driver Update Utility before 2.4 retrieves driver updates in cleartext, which makes it easier for man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file.

SeverityHigh
CVSS7.5
Exploit probability—
ProductIntel Driver Update Utility
PublishedJan 29, 2016
First seenJan 29, 2016

How to fix

Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
intel driver_update_utility2.0, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3—

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CVE-2016-1493 · Intel Driver Update Utility · Dark Radar