Uncontrolled Search Path Vulnerability in Intel Battery Life Diagnostic Tool

CVE-2022-36398

What is CVE-2022-36398?

The Intel Battery Life Diagnostic Tool prior to version 2.2.0 contains an uncontrolled search path vulnerability. This flaw may allow an authenticated local user to escalate privileges by manipulating the search path used by the application. Attackers could exploit this vulnerability to execute unauthorized commands or gain elevated access to system resources, posing a significant risk to system integrity. Organizations using this software should prioritize updating to the latest version to mitigate potential threats.

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