Intel DSA Software Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A vulnerability allowing privilege escalation has been identified in some Intel Driver & Support Assistant (DSA) software versions prior to 25.2.15.9. This vulnerability arises from an uncontrolled search path, which may enable an authenticated user to escalate privileges through local access.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized privilege escalation.

Remediation

Users are advised to update Intel DSA software to version 25.2.15.9 or later. The latest version can be downloaded from the Intel Driver & Support Assistant support page.

Added: Aug 12, 2025, 5:50 PM
Updated: Aug 12, 2025, 5:50 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
6.6
impact
10.0
exploitability
3.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.3
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.8

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