CVE-2018-18097

Name: CVE-2018-18097
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-12-14T00:29:01.377+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.28%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-18097 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Improper directory permissions in Intel Solid State Drive Toolbox before 3.5.7 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper directory permissions in Intel Solid State Drive Toolbox before 3.5.7 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.28%

19.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-732

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Intel	Solid State Drive Toolbox	< 3.5.7

References

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/INTEL-SA-00205.htmlVendor Advisory
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/INTEL-SA-00205.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 14, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-18097?

Improper directory permissions in Intel Solid State Drive Toolbox before 3.5.7 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

How severe is CVE-2018-18097?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-18097 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-18097?

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