CVE-2025-14596
MEDIUMCVSS 6.7/10EPSS 0.09%
Last modified
CVE-2025-14596 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.7/10 on the CVSS scale. Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability in Altera Quartus Prime Pro Installer (SFX) on Windows allows Search Order Hijacking.This issue affects Quartus Prime Pro: from 24.1 through 24.3.1.. EPSS estimates a 0.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability in Altera Quartus Prime Pro Installer (SFX) on Windows allows Search Order Hijacking.This issue affects Quartus Prime Pro: from 24.1 through 24.3.1.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Quartus Prime | >= 24.1, < 25.1 |
References
- https://www.altera.com/security/security-advisory/asa-0004Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-14596?
Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability in Altera Quartus Prime Pro
Installer (SFX)
on Windows allows Search Order Hijacking.This issue affects Quartus Prime Pro: from 24.1 through 24.3.1.
How severe is CVE-2025-14596?
CVE-2025-14596 has a CVSS score of 6.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-14596?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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