How severe is CVE-2018-3698?

CVE-2018-3698 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-2018-3698 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2018-3698?

CVE-2018-3698 affects Intel Ready Mode Technology. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2018-3698?

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-2018-3698 published?

CVE-2018-3698 was published on 2018-11-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2018-3698

CVE-2018-3698 is a high-severity vulnerability in Intel Ready Mode Technology 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.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v2: 4.6
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (27th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Intel Ready Mode Technology
Published: 2018-11-14
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Improper file permissions in the installer for the Intel Ready Mode Technology may allow an unprivileged user to potentially gain privileged access via local access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-3698?: Improper file permissions in the installer for the Intel Ready Mode Technology may allow an unprivileged user to potentially gain privileged access via local access.
How severe is CVE-2018-3698?: CVE-2018-3698 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-2018-3698 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2018-3698?: CVE-2018-3698 affects Intel Ready Mode Technology. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2018-3698?: 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-2018-3698 published?: CVE-2018-3698 was published on 2018-11-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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