Improper Condition Check in Intel Ethernet Adapters 800 Series Controllers
CVE-2021-0006

4.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Intel
Status
Intel(r) Ethernet Adapters 800 Series Controllers And Associated Adapters
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 August 2021

Summary

The vulnerability in Intel Ethernet Adapters 800 Series Controllers arises from an improper condition check in the firmware, which could allow a privileged user to provoke a denial of service through local access. This flaw affects all associated adapters running versions prior to 1.5.4.0, potentially compromising system stability and access. Users are advised to review firmware updates and apply necessary patches to mitigate the risk.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) Ethernet Adapters 800 Series Controllers and associated adapters before version 1.5.4.0

References

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/a...
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https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20210827-0009/
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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

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