Vulnerability identifier: #VU73154

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-33892

CWE-ID: CWE-22

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Intel Quartus Prime Pro
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software
Intel Quartus Prime Standard
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to perform directory traversal attacks.

The vulnerability exists due to input validation error when processing directory traversal sequences. A local user can send a specially crafted HTTP request and gain elevated privileges on the system.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00714.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.