CWE
427
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2025-20079

First published: Tue May 13 2025(Updated: )

Uncontrolled search path for some Intel(R) Advisor software may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

Credit: secure@intel.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Intel Advisor for oneAPI

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2025-20079?

    The severity of CVE-2025-20079 is classified as high due to its potential for privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2025-20079?

    To fix CVE-2025-20079, update to the latest version of Intel Advisor that addresses the uncontrolled search path issue.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2025-20079?

    CVE-2025-20079 affects users of Intel Advisor software who have local access to the system.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-20079?

    CVE-2025-20079 is an uncontrolled search path vulnerability that may lead to privilege escalation.

  • Can CVE-2025-20079 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2025-20079 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the affected system.

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