What is the severity of CVE-2018-3704?

CVE-2018-3704 has been classified with a medium severity level.

How do I fix CVE-2018-3704?

To fix CVE-2018-3704, ensure that the appropriate directory permissions are set correctly during the installation of Intel Parallel Studio.

Who is affected by CVE-2018-3704?

CVE-2018-3704 affects users of Intel Parallel Studio versions prior to the 2019 Gold release.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-3704?

CVE-2018-3704 is classified as an escalation of privilege vulnerability due to improper directory permissions.

Can CVE-2018-3704 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2018-3704 requires local access, so it cannot be exploited remotely.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2018-3704

high

7.8

CWE

732

13/12/2018

5/8/2024

CVE-2018-3704

First published: Thu Dec 13 2018(Updated: )

Improper directory permissions in the installer for the Intel Parallel Studio before 2019 Gold may allow authenticated users to potentially enable an escalation of privilege via local access.

Credit: secure@intel.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Intel Parallel Studio	<2019
Intel Parallel Studio Xe

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Reference Links

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/INTEL-SA-00208.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-3704?
CVE-2018-3704 has been classified with a medium severity level.
How do I fix CVE-2018-3704?
To fix CVE-2018-3704, ensure that the appropriate directory permissions are set correctly during the installation of Intel Parallel Studio.
Who is affected by CVE-2018-3704?
CVE-2018-3704 affects users of Intel Parallel Studio versions prior to the 2019 Gold release.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-3704?
CVE-2018-3704 is classified as an escalation of privilege vulnerability due to improper directory permissions.
Can CVE-2018-3704 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2018-3704 requires local access, so it cannot be exploited remotely.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-3704?
CVE-2018-3704 has been classified with a medium severity level.
How do I fix CVE-2018-3704?
To fix CVE-2018-3704, ensure that the appropriate directory permissions are set correctly during the installation of Intel Parallel Studio.
Who is affected by CVE-2018-3704?
CVE-2018-3704 affects users of Intel Parallel Studio versions prior to the 2019 Gold release.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-3704?
CVE-2018-3704 is classified as an escalation of privilege vulnerability due to improper directory permissions.
Can CVE-2018-3704 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2018-3704 requires local access, so it cannot be exploited remotely.