CVE-2018-12211: Input Validation
Insufficient input validation in User Mode Driver in Intel(R) Graphics Driver for Windows before versions 10.18.x.5059 (aka 15.33.x.5059), 10.18.x.5057 (aka 15.36.x.5057), 20.19.x.5063 (aka 15.40.x.5063) 21.20.x.5064 (aka 15.45.x.5064) and 24.20.100.6373 potentially enables an unprivileged user to cause a denial of service via local access.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Intel(R) Graphics Driver for Windows*to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 10.18.x.5059 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Intel(R) Graphics Driver for Windows*to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 10.18.x.5057 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Intel(R) Graphics Driver for Windows*to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 20.19.x.5063 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Intel(R) Graphics Driver for Windows*to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 21.20.x.5064 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Intel(R) Graphics Driver for Windows*to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 24.20.100.6373
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-12211?
The severity of CVE-2018-12211 is considered high due to its potential exploitation by unprivileged users.
How do I fix CVE-2018-12211?
To fix CVE-2018-12211, update to the Intel Graphics Driver versions specified in the advisory or to later versions.
Which versions of Intel Graphics Driver are affected by CVE-2018-12211?
CVE-2018-12211 affects several versions of Intel Graphics Driver, including versions prior to 10.18.x.5059 and others listed in the advisory.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-12211?
CVE-2018-12211 is characterized as an insufficient input validation vulnerability in the User Mode Driver.
Can CVE-2018-12211 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2018-12211 requires local access to the affected system, so it cannot be exploited remotely.