CVE-2019-11120

CVE-2019-11120 is a high-severity vulnerability in Intel Active System Console with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Insufficient path checking in the installer for Intel(R) Active System Console before version 8.0 Build 24 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-11120?
Insufficient path checking in the installer for Intel(R) Active System Console before version 8.0 Build 24 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
How severe is CVE-2019-11120?
CVE-2019-11120 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2019-11120 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-11120?
CVE-2019-11120 affects Intel Active System Console. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-11120?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2019-11120 published?
CVE-2019-11120 was published on 2019-10-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)