Improper Initialization in Intel Ethernet I210 Controller Network Adapters
CVE-2020-0522
4.4MEDIUM
Key Information:
- Vendor
Intel
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 17 February 2021
What is CVE-2020-0522?
The firmware of Intel(R) Ethernet I210 Controller series network adapters contains an improper initialization flaw. This vulnerability could allow a privileged user with local access to enable a state that results in a denial of service condition. This highlights the importance of keeping firmware up to date to mitigate such potential disruptions.

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Affected Version(s)
Intel(R) Ethernet I210 Controller series of network adapters before version 3.30
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
4.4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved