PT-2018-2571 · Intel · Intel Parallel Studio Xe

Published 2018-12-11 · Updated 2019-10-03 · CVE-2018-3704

Positive Technologies (AI Summary)

CVSS v3.1

7.8

High

Base vector

AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions Intel Parallel Studio versions prior to 2019 Gold

Description The issue is related to improper directory permissions in the installer, which may allow authenticated users to potentially enable an escalation of privilege via local access. The vulnerability is associated with insufficient access restrictions, and its exploitation could allow an attacker to elevate their privileges.

Recommendations For versions prior to 2019 Gold, update to version 2019 Gold or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the installer and ensuring proper directory permissions to minimize the risk of exploitation.

Fix

Incorrect Permission

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-732

CWE-264

Related Identifiers

BDU:2019-01045

CVE-2018-3704

Affected Products

Intel Parallel Studio Xe

References · 4

• https://intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/INTEL-SA-00208.html · Vendor Advisory
• https://bdu.fstec.ru/vul/2019-01045 · Security Note
• https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2018-3704 · Security Note
• https://osv.dev/vulnerability/CVE-2018-3704 · Vendor Advisory