7.8
CWE
732
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-12177

First published: Tue Jan 08 2019(Updated: )

Improper directory permissions in the ZeroConfig service in Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software before version 20.90.0.7 may allow an authorized user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

Credit: secure@intel.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Intel Proset\/wireless Software<20.90.0.7
Intel Dual Band Wireless-ac 3160
Intel Dual Band Wireless-ac 3165
Intel Dual Band Wireless-ac 3168
Intel Dual Band Wireless-ac 7260
Intel Dual Band Wireless-ac 7260 For Desktop
Intel Dual Band Wireless-ac 7265\(rev C\)
Intel Dual Band Wireless-ac 7265 \(rev D\)
Intel Dual Band Wireless-ac 8260
Intel Dual Band Wireless-ac 8265
Intel Dual Band Wireless-ac 8265 Desktop Kit
Intel Dual Band Wireless-n 7260
Intel Dual Band Wireless-n 7265 \(rev C\)
Intel Dual Band Wireless-n 7265 \(rev D\)
Intel Tri-band Wireless-ac 17265
Intel Tri-band Wireless-ac 18260
Intel Tri-band Wireless-ac 18265
Intel Wireless-ac 9260
Intel Wireless-ac 9461
Intel Wireless-ac 9462
Intel Wireless-ac 9560
Intel Wireless-n 7260
Intel Wireless-n 7265 \(rev C\)
Intel Wireless-n 7265 \(rev D\)

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2018-12177?

    CVE-2018-12177 is a vulnerability in the ZeroConfig service in Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software that allows an authorized user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-12177?

    The severity of CVE-2018-12177 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2018-12177?

    Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software before version 20.90.0.7 is affected by CVE-2018-12177.

  • How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-12177?

    An attacker with local access can potentially exploit CVE-2018-12177 to escalate privileges.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-12177?

    More information about CVE-2018-12177 can be found at the following link: [Intel Security Advisory INTEL-SA-00182](https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/INTEL-SA-00182.html).

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