Input Validation Flaw in Intel PROSet/Wireless Wi-Fi and Killer Wi-Fi
CVE-2021-0161

6.7MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Intel
Status
Intel(r) Proset/wireless Wi-fi In Multiple Operating Systems And Killer(tm) Wi-fi In Windows 10 And 11
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 February 2022

What is CVE-2021-0161?

A vulnerability exists in the Intel PROSet/Wireless Wi-Fi and Killer Wi-Fi firmware across various Windows operating systems, where improper input validation may allow a privileged user to escalate privileges through local access. This flaw could lead to unauthorized actions and compromise system security, making it imperative to apply updates and mitigate potential risks.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless Wi-Fi in multiple operating systems and Killer(TM) Wi-Fi in Windows 10 and 11 See references

References

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/a...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.7
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2021-0161 : Input Validation Flaw in Intel PROSet/Wireless Wi-Fi and Killer Wi-Fi