Buffer Overflow in Intel Extreme Tuning Utility by Intel
CVE-2018-12151

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

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

What is CVE-2018-12151?

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the installer of Intel Extreme Tuning Utility prior to version 6.4.1.21. This flaw may allow an authenticated local user to exploit the software, potentially leading to a denial of service condition. It is important for users to update their software to the latest version to mitigate this risk.

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:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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