CVE-2018-3667
CVE-2018-3667 is a high-severity vulnerability in Intel Processor Diagnostic Tool with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-1188.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 4.6
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (29th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-1188
- Affected product: Intel Processor Diagnostic Tool
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Installation tool IPDT (Intel Processor Diagnostic Tool) 4.1.0.24 sets permissions of installed files incorrectly, allowing for execution of arbitrary code and potential privilege escalation.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2018-3667?
- Installation tool IPDT (Intel Processor Diagnostic Tool) 4.1.0.24 sets permissions of installed files incorrectly, allowing for execution of arbitrary code and potential privilege escalation.
- How severe is CVE-2018-3667?
- CVE-2018-3667 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2018-3667 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (29th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2018-3667?
- CVE-2018-3667 affects Intel Processor Diagnostic Tool. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2018-3667?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2018-3667 published?
- CVE-2018-3667 was published on 2018-07-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:intel:processor_diagnostic_tool:4.1.0.24:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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