CVE-2025-20017: Medium severity Intel oneAPI Toolkit vulnerability
Published Aug 12, 2025
·Updated
Uncontrolled search path for some Intel(R) oneAPI Toolkit and component software installers may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Intel oneAPI Toolkit
Event History
Aug 12, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:57 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-20017?
CVE-2025-20017 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for privilege escalation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-20017?
To fix CVE-2025-20017, ensure that the Intel oneAPI Toolkit and its components are updated to the latest version.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2025-20017?
CVE-2025-20017 affects users of the Intel oneAPI Toolkit and component software installers.
4
What risk does CVE-2025-20017 pose?
CVE-2025-20017 poses a risk of privilege escalation to authenticated users with local access.
5
Is CVE-2025-20017 being actively exploited?
As of the latest information, there are no confirmed reports of active exploitation of CVE-2025-20017.