Uncontrolled Search Path Vulnerability May Lead to Escalation of Privilege

CVE-2024-21814

What is CVE-2024-21814?

An escalation of privilege vulnerability exists in Intel Chipset Device Software prior to version 10.1.19444.8378. This vulnerability can be exploited by an authenticated user with local access, allowing them to gain unauthorized elevated privileges on the system. Due to the uncontrolled search path, an attacker could execute code in the context of a higher privilege level, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of the system. It is crucial for users to update to the latest version to mitigate this risk. For more information, refer to Intel's security advisory.

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