CVE-2025-22849
Incorrect Default Permissions in Intel Optane PMem Allow Privilege Escalation
Publication date: 2026-02-10
Last updated on: 2026-02-10
Assigner: Intel Corporation
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| intel | optane_pmem_management_software | to CR_MGMT_03.00.00.0538 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-276 | During installation, installed file permissions are set to allow anyone to modify those files. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability involves incorrect default permissions in the Intel Optane PMem management software before certain versions. It allows an unprivileged, authenticated user to potentially escalate their privileges on the system. The attack requires local access, a high complexity attack, and active user interaction, but does not require special internal knowledge.
Essentially, due to improper permission settings, a user with limited rights could exploit this flaw to gain higher-level access than intended.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system at a high level. An attacker who successfully exploits this issue could escalate their privileges, potentially leading to unauthorized access or control over sensitive data and system functions.
However, the vulnerability requires local access, a high complexity attack, and active user interaction, which may limit the likelihood of exploitation.
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