Privilege Escalation in Intel Extreme Tuning Utility
CVE-2018-12150

6.7MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Intel
Status
Intel(r) Extreme Tuning Utility
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 September 2018

What is CVE-2018-12150?

Intel Extreme Tuning Utility prior to version 6.4.1.21 has a vulnerability that enables authenticated users to escalate their privileges. This flaw may allow local attackers to execute arbitrary code or potentially access sensitive information with administrative rights. Users are encouraged to update to the latest version to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) Extreme Tuning Utility Versions before 6.4.1.2.

References

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/a...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.7
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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