Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Intel Application Optimization User Interface

CVE-2026-46632

What is CVE-2026-46632?

An uncontrolled search path vulnerability exists in the Intel Application Optimization User Interface within user applications. This vulnerability may allow an authenticated unprivileged adversary to escalate their privileges through a locally executed exploit that requires user interaction. Attackers can exploit this flaw to manipulate system operations, leading to potential unauthorized access to sensitive information and controls within the affected system.

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