Input Validation Flaw in Intel PROSet/Wireless Wi-Fi and Killer Wi-Fi
CVE-2021-0161
6.7MEDIUM
Key Information:
- Vendor
Intel
- 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