CVE-2018-3689
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.24%
Last modified
CVE-2018-3689 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. AESM daemon in Intel Software Guard Extensions Platform Software Component for Linux before 2.1.102 can effectively be disabled by a local attacker creating a denial of services like remote attestation provided by the AESM.. EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
AESM daemon in Intel Software Guard Extensions Platform Software Component for Linux before 2.1.102 can effectively be disabled by a local attacker creating a denial of services like remote attestation provided by the AESM.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Software Guard Extensions | All versions |
References
- https://cdrdv2.intel.com/v1/dl/getContent/685355Broken Link, Vendor Advisory
- https://cdrdv2.intel.com/v1/dl/getContent/685355Broken Link, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-3689?
AESM daemon in Intel Software Guard Extensions Platform Software Component for Linux before 2.1.102 can effectively be disabled by a local attacker creating a denial of services like remote attestation provided by the AESM.
How severe is CVE-2018-3689?
CVE-2018-3689 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-3689?
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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