CVE-2018-3705

Name: CVE-2018-3705
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-12-14T00:29:01.517+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.26%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-3705 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Improper directory permissions in the installer for the Intel(R) System Defense Utility (all versions) may allow authenticated users to potentially enable a denial of service via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper directory permissions in the installer for the Intel(R) System Defense Utility (all versions) may allow authenticated users to potentially enable a denial of service via local access.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.26%

16.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-732

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Intel	System Defense Utility	All versions

References

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/INTEL-SA-00209.htmlVendor Advisory
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/INTEL-SA-00209.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-3705?

Improper directory permissions in the installer for the Intel(R) System Defense Utility (all versions) may allow authenticated users to potentially enable a denial of service via local access.

How severe is CVE-2018-3705?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-3705 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-3705?

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