CVE-2018-12168

Name: CVE-2018-12168
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-09-12T19:29:01.807+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.35%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-12168 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Privilege escalation in file permissions in Intel Computing Improvement Program before version 2.2.0.03942 may allow an authenticated user to potentially execute code as administrator via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Privilege escalation in file permissions in Intel Computing Improvement Program before version 2.2.0.03942 may allow an authenticated user to potentially execute code as administrator via local access.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.35%

26.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-732

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Intel	Computing Improvement Program	< 2.2.0.03942

References

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00165.htmlVendor Advisory
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00165.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 12, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-12168?

How severe is CVE-2018-12168?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-12168 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-12168?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST