Uncontrolled Search Path Vulnerability in Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility
CVE-2024-36291

5.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Intel
Status
Intel(r) Chipset Software Installation Utility
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 February 2025

Summary

The vulnerability in the Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility allows an authenticated user to exploit an uncontrolled search path. This could enable local users to escalate privileges, potentially compromising system integrity. It is crucial for users to update to the latest version to mitigate this risk and enhance security.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) Chipset Software Installation Utility before version 10.1.19867.8574

References

https://intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advis...

CVSS V4

Score:
5.4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
High
Attack Required:
Physical
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
Unknown

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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