Local Code Execution Vulnerability in Intel Smart Sound Technology
CVE-2018-3666

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Intel
Status
Smart Sound Technology
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 August 2018

Summary

The driver module in Intel Smart Sound Technology versions before 9.21.00.3541 contains a vulnerability that allows local attackers to exploit a non-paged pool overflow, enabling them to execute arbitrary code with administrator privileges. This security flaw can potentially compromise the integrity and confidentiality of the affected systems, making it imperative for users to update to the latest versions to mitigate risks.

Affected Version(s)

Smart Sound Technology before 9.21.00.3541

References

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

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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