Vulnerability identifier: #VU73160

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-2022-26840

CWE-ID: CWE-264

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 escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper neutralization, which leads to security restrictions bypass and privilege escalation.

Mitigation
Install updates 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.