CVE-2022-38136: High severity intel oneapi dpc++/c++ compiler vulnerability

Published Feb 6, 2023
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Updated

Uncontrolled search path in the Intel(R) oneAPI DPC++/C++ Compiler for Windows and Intel Fortran Compiler for Windows before version 2022.2.1 for some Intel(R) oneAPI Toolkits before version 2022.3.1 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Intel oneAPI DPC++/C++ Compiler<2022.2.1

Event History

Feb 6, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:58 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:58 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-38136?

CVE-2022-38136 refers to an uncontrolled search path vulnerability in the Intel(R) oneAPI DPC++/C++ Compiler for Windows and Intel Fortran Compiler for Windows.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-38136?

The severity of CVE-2022-38136 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.3.

3

What is the impact of CVE-2022-38136?

CVE-2022-38136 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-38136?

Versions of the Intel Oneapi Dpc++/c++ Compiler before 2022.2.1 are affected by CVE-2022-38136.

5

How can I fix CVE-2022-38136?

Ensure that you have updated to version 2022.2.1 or later of the Intel Oneapi Dpc++/c++ Compiler to mitigate the vulnerability.

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