Vulnerability Description
The Asusgio low-level driver in ASUS Aura Sync v1.07.22 and earlier exposes functionality to read and write Machine Specific Registers (MSRs). This could be leveraged to execute arbitrary ring-0 code.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Asus | Aura Sync Firmware | 1.07.22 |
| Asus | Aura Sync | - |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/150893/ASUS-Driver-Privilege-Escalation.htmExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Dec/34ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106250Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.secureauth.com/labs/advisories/asus-drivers-elevation-privilege-vulnExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/150893/ASUS-Driver-Privilege-Escalation.htmExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Dec/34ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106250Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.secureauth.com/labs/advisories/asus-drivers-elevation-privilege-vulnExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-18535?
CVE-2018-18535 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The Asusgio low-level driver in ASUS Aura Sync v1.07.22 and earlier exposes functionality to read and write Machine Specific Registers (MSRs). This could be leveraged to execute arbitrary ring-0 code.
How severe is CVE-2018-18535?
CVE-2018-18535 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-18535?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Asus Aura Sync Firmware, Asus Aura Sync.