CVE-2018-18096
CVE-2018-18096 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Intel Quickassist Technology For Linux with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.5)
- CVSS v2: 2.1
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (20th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-119
- Affected product: Intel Quickassist Technology For Linux
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Improper memory handling in Intel QuickAssist Technology for Linux (all versions) may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable a denial of service via local access.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2018-18096?
- Improper memory handling in Intel QuickAssist Technology for Linux (all versions) may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable a denial of service via local access.
- How severe is CVE-2018-18096?
- CVE-2018-18096 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2018-18096 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (20th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2018-18096?
- CVE-2018-18096 affects Intel Quickassist Technology For Linux. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2018-18096?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2018-18096 published?
- CVE-2018-18096 was published on 2018-12-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:intel:quickassist_technology_for_linux:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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