Improper Input Validation in Intel Wi-Fi Firmware
CVE-2021-0165

6.5MEDIUM

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-2021-0165?

The vulnerability stems from improper input validation in the firmware of Intel PROSet/Wireless Wi-Fi and Killer Wi-Fi across multiple operating systems, particularly in Windows 10 and 11. This flaw may allow unauthenticated users to potentially exploit adjacent access, thereby enabling denial of service conditions. Users and organizations should be aware of this vulnerability to take necessary precautions to secure their networks.

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:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2021-0165 : Improper Input Validation in Intel Wi-Fi Firmware