CVE-2018-18536
UnknownEPSS 0.57%
Last modified
CVE-2018-18536 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The GLCKIo and Asusgio low-level drivers in ASUS Aura Sync v1.07.22 and earlier expose functionality to read/write data from/to IO ports. This could be leveraged in a number of ways to ultimately run code with elevated privileges.. EPSS estimates a 0.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The GLCKIo and Asusgio low-level drivers in ASUS Aura Sync v1.07.22 and earlier expose functionality to read/write data from/to IO ports. This could be leveraged in a number of ways to ultimately run code with elevated privileges.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Asus | Aura Sync Firmware | 1.07.22 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/150893/ASUS-Driver-Privilege-Escalation.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Dec/34Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106250Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.secureauth.com/labs/advisories/asus-drivers-elevation-privilege-vulnerabilitiesExploit, Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/150893/ASUS-Driver-Privilege-Escalation.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Dec/34Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106250Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.secureauth.com/labs/advisories/asus-drivers-elevation-privilege-vulnerabilitiesExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-18536?
The GLCKIo and Asusgio low-level drivers in ASUS Aura Sync v1.07.22 and earlier expose functionality to read/write data from/to IO ports. This could be leveraged in a number of ways to ultimately run code with elevated privileges.
How severe is CVE-2018-18536?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-18536 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-18536?
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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