Intel High Level Synthesis Compiler Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

A vulnerability exists in some versions of Intel High Level Synthesis Compiler software prior to 24.2, allowing an authenticated user to potentially escalate privileges through local access. This issue arises from an uncontrolled search path in the software.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized privilege escalation.

Remediation

Users are advised to update Intel High Level Synthesis Compiler to version 24.2 or later. The update is available for download from the Intel Software Development Tools website.