8.2
CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-12176: Input Validation

First published: Tue Sep 11 2018(Updated: )

Improper input validation in firmware for Intel NUC Kits may allow a privileged user to potentially execute arbitrary code resulting in information disclosure, escalation of privilege and/or denial of service via local access.

Credit: secure@intel.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Intel NUC Kit firmware
Intel NUC Kit D33217GKE
Intel NUC Kit D53427RKE
Intel NUC board D54250WYB
Intel NUC DE3815TYBE Firmware
Intel NUC Kit DN2820FYKH Firmware
Intel NUC kit NUC5CPYH
Intel NUC kit nuc5i3myhe firmware
Intel NUC5i5MYHE
Intel NUC kit nuc5i7ryh firmware
Intel NUC5PGYH
Intel NUC Kit NUC6CAYH
Intel NUC kit nuc6i5syh firmware
Intel NUC kit nuc6i7kyk firmware
Intel NUC kit NUC7CJYHN
Intel NUC Kit NUC7i3DNHE Firmware
Intel NUC Kit NUC7i5DNKE Firmware
Intel NUC NUC7i7BNH
Intel NUC7i7DNKE Firmware
Intel NUC 8i7 HNK
Intel Compute Card Firmware
Intel CD1IV128MK Firmware
Intel Compute Card Firmware
Intel Compute Card Firmware
Intel Compute Stick Firmware
Intel Compute Stick STCK1A32WFC Firmware
Intel Compute Stick STK1AW32SC Firmware
Intel Compute Stick STK2M3W64CC Firmware
Intel Compute Stick Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-12176?

    CVE-2018-12176 has a medium severity level due to the potential for information disclosure and privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-12176?

    To fix CVE-2018-12176, update the affected Intel NUC Kit firmware to the latest version provided by Intel.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2018-12176?

    CVE-2018-12176 affects users of certain Intel NUC kits and compute cards with vulnerable firmware.

  • What types of attacks can CVE-2018-12176 enable?

    CVE-2018-12176 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, escalate privileges, or cause denial of service via local access.

  • Is CVE-2018-12176 a remote or local vulnerability?

    CVE-2018-12176 is a local vulnerability that requires physical access to the affected device.

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