Untrusted Pointer Dereference in Intel QuickAssist Technology Software
CVE-2025-20090

6.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Intel
Status
Intel(r) Quickassist Technology Software
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 August 2025

What is CVE-2025-20090?

A vulnerability exists in Intel QuickAssist Technology software prior to version 2.5.0, where an untrusted pointer dereference might allow authenticated users to initiate a denial of service. This situation can lead to potential disruption of services under certain conditions when local access is exploited. For more detailed information, please refer to the advisory provided by Intel.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) QuickAssist Technology software before version 2.5.0

References

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

CVSS V4

Score:
6.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2025-20090 : Untrusted Pointer Dereference in Intel QuickAssist Technology Software