Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Intel Ethernet Adapters and Controllers

CVE-2021-33145

What is CVE-2021-33145?

An exception handling flaw in specific Intel Ethernet Adapters and the Intel Ethernet Controller I225 Manageability firmware could allow a privileged user to escalate privileges through local access. This issue arises from an uncaught exception that may be exploited to gain elevated privileges within the affected systems. Organizations using these products should assess their security measures and consider implementing mitigation strategies to reduce potential risks associated with unauthorized privilege escalation.

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