Improper Access Control in Intel PROSet/Wireless Wi-Fi Products
CVE-2021-0164
7.8HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
Intel
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 9 February 2022
What is CVE-2021-0164?
A vulnerability exists in the firmware of Intel PROSet/Wireless Wi-Fi and Killer Wi-Fi that may allow an unauthenticated user to execute local access, leading to potential escalation of privileges. This flaw spans multiple operating systems, including Windows 10 and 11, highlighting a serious concern for users relying on Intel's wireless technologies. Organizations should review their systems to apply the necessary updates and mitigation strategies to prevent unauthorized access.
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