CVE-2025-13669: High Level Synthesis Compiler Security Advisory
Published Dec 12, 2025
·Updated
Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability in Altera High Level Synthesis Compiler on Windows allows Search Order Hijacking.This issue affects High Level Synthesis Compiler: from 19.1 through 24.3.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Intel High Level Synthesis Compiler>=19.1<=24.3
All of the following
Intel High Level Synthesis Compiler>=19.1<=24.3
Microsoft Windows
Event History
Dec 12, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:30 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:30 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-13669?
CVE-2025-13669 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for search order hijacking.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-13669?
To fix CVE-2025-13669, update the Intel High Level Synthesis Compiler to a version beyond 24.3.
3
What products are affected by CVE-2025-13669?
CVE-2025-13669 affects versions 19.1 through 24.3 of the Intel High Level Synthesis Compiler.
4
What is the impact of CVE-2025-13669?
The impact of CVE-2025-13669 includes the possibility of unauthorized code execution due to search order hijacking.
5
Can I mitigate CVE-2025-13669 without updating?
Mitigation for CVE-2025-13669 without updating is limited, but users should avoid executing untrusted code and manage system paths cautiously.