Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Intel Connectivity Performance Suite Software

CVE-2026-20772

What is CVE-2026-20772?

A security vulnerability exists in some installations of Intel(R) Connectivity Performance Suite software prior to version 50.25.1121.193. This flaw, linked to an uncontrolled search path in user applications, may allow an unprivileged attacker with an authenticated user session to escalate privileges. Exploiting this vulnerability requires a high complexity attack and local access, which may potentially compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. Mitigating this risk emphasizes the need for timely software updates and consistent security awareness among users.

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