Skip to main content
EPSS 0.1%top 98%

CVE-2026-20728: Escalation of Privilege in Intel Extension for TensorFlow software

0
Medium
VulnerabilityCVE-2026-20728cvecve-2026-20728
Published: 08/11/2026 (08/11/2026, 16:25:32 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Product: Intel Extension for TensorFlow software

Description

Protection mechanism failure for some Intel Extension for TensorFlow software before version 2.15.0.3 within Ring 3: User Applications may allow an escalation of privilege. System software adversary with a privileged user combined with a low complexity attack may enable escalation of privilege. This result may potentially occur via local access when attack requirements are present without special internal knowledge and requires passive user interaction. The potential vulnerability may impact the confidentiality (high), integrity (high) and availability (high) of the vulnerable system, resulting in subsequent system confidentiality (none), integrity (none) and availability (none) impacts.

CVSS v4.0

Score 5.4medium

Attack Vector
Local
Attack Complexity
Low
Attack Requirements
Present
Privileges Required
High
User Interaction
Passive
Vuln. Confidentiality
High
Vuln. Integrity
High
Vuln. Availability
High
Subsq. Confidentiality
None
Subsq. Integrity
None
Subsq. Availability
None
CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:P/PR:H/UI:P/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N

Affected software

Intel Extension for TensorFlow software

AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 08/12/2026, 00:28:09 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability in Intel Extension for TensorFlow software before version 2.15.0.3 is due to a protection mechanism failure within Ring 3 user applications. A system software adversary with privileged user rights can exploit this vulnerability via local access with low attack complexity and passive user interaction to escalate privileges. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates local attack vector, low complexity, privileged required, partial user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability within the vulnerable component. No special internal knowledge is required for exploitation.

Potential Impact

The vulnerability allows escalation of privilege which can lead to high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the vulnerable system. However, the subsequent system-wide confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts are reported as none. This suggests the impact is contained within the vulnerable software context and does not extend beyond it.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or temporary fix has been reported. Until a patch is available, limit local privileged user access and monitor for unusual privilege escalation attempts. Follow vendor guidance once available.

Pro Console: star threats, build custom feeds, automate alerts via Slack, email & webhooks.Upgrade to Pro

Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
intel
Date Reserved
2025-12-19T04:00:14.877Z
Cvss Version
4.0
State
PUBLISHED

Threat ID: 6a7b5468bf8831d53910695a

Added to database: 08/11/2026, 16:57:12 UTC

Last enriched: 08/12/2026, 00:28:09 UTC

Last updated: 09/24/2026, 01:47:41 UTC

Views: 22

Community Reviews

0 reviews

Crowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.

Sort by
Loading community insights…

Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.

Actions

PRO

Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.

Please log in to the Console to use AI analysis features.

Need more coverage?

Upgrade to Pro Console for AI refresh and higher limits.

For incident response and remediation, OffSeq services can help resolve threats faster.

Latest Threats

Breach by OffSeqOFFSEQFRIENDS — 25% OFF

Check if your credentials are on the dark web

Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.

Scan now
OffSeq TrainingCredly Certified

Lead Pen Test Professional

Technical5-day eLearningPECB Accredited
View courses