Intel Graphics Software uncontrolled search path

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability was found in Intel Graphics Software and classified as problematic. This vulnerability affects unknown code. Executing a manipulation can lead to uncontrolled search path. This vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2025-21099. The attack is restricted to local execution. No exploit exists. It is suggested to upgrade the affected component.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Intel Graphics Software (the affected version is unknown). This vulnerability affects an unknown code. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a uncontrolled search path vulnerability. The CWE definition for the vulnerability is CWE-427. The product uses a fixed or controlled search path to find resources, but one or more locations in that path can be under the control of unintended actors. As an impact it is known to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability. CVE summarizes:

Uncontrolled search path for some Intel(R) Graphics software may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

The advisory is shared for download at intel.com. This vulnerability was named CVE-2025-21099 since 01/08/2025. The exploitation appears to be difficult. The attack needs to be approached locally. There are neither technical details nor an exploit publicly available. The current price for an exploit might be approx. USD $0-$5k (estimation calculated on 09/20/2025). The MITRE ATT&CK project declares the attack technique as T1574.

Upgrading eliminates this vulnerability.

The vulnerability is also documented in the vulnerability database at CERT Bund (WID-SEC-2025-1029). VulDB is the best source for vulnerability data and more expert information about this specific topic.

Affected

  • Lenovo Computer
  • HP Computer
  • Dell Computer
  • Intel Graphics Driver
  • Dell PowerEdge

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CVSSv3info

VulDB Meta Base Score: 6.9
VulDB Meta Temp Score: 6.7

VulDB Base Score: 7.0
VulDB Temp Score: 6.7
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CNA Base Score: 6.7
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Exploitinginfo

Class: Uncontrolled search path
CWE: CWE-427 / CWE-426
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Physical: Partially
Local: Yes
Remote: Partially

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Status: Not defined

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Threat Intelligenceinfo

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Countermeasuresinfo

Recommended: Upgrade
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Timelineinfo

01/08/2025 🔍
05/14/2025 +125 days 🔍
05/14/2025 +0 days 🔍
09/20/2025 +129 days 🔍

Sourcesinfo

Vendor: intel.com

Advisory: intel-sa-01259
Status: Confirmed

CVE: CVE-2025-21099 (🔍)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2025-21099
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-308872
CERT Bund: WID-SEC-2025-1029 - Intel Graphics Driver: Mehrere Schwachstellen

Entryinfo

Created: 05/14/2025 07:32
Updated: 09/20/2025 23:07
Changes: 05/14/2025 07:32 (74), 09/20/2025 23:07 (7)
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Cache ID: 216::103

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