CVE-2024-42405

Summary

CVE-2024-42405 is a vulnerability affecting Intel(R) Quartus(R) Prime Software before version 23.1.1 Patch 1.01. This issue permits an authenticated user to potentially escalate privileges through uncontrolled search paths. By manipulating the software's search path, an attacker could gain elevated access to the system, increasing the risk of unauthorized actions. This vulnerability poses a threat through local access, emphasizing the importance of updating the Intel Quartus Prime Software to the latest patched version to mitigate this risk.

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