Improper Input Validation in Intel FPGA Firmware

CVE-2022-38787

What is CVE-2022-38787?

The vulnerability involves improper input validation present in the firmware for certain Intel FPGA products prior to version 2.7.0 Hotfix. An authenticated user may exploit this flaw to escalate privileges locally, potentially compromising the security of the affected system. It is crucial for users of these FPGA products to apply the necessary updates to mitigate the associated risks.

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