Improper Input Validation in Intel Ethernet Adapters and Controllers
CVE-2021-33161
7.2HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
Intel
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 23 February 2024
What is CVE-2021-33161?
Certain Intel Ethernet Adapters and Intel Ethernet Controller I225 Manageability firmware contain a flaw related to improper input validation. This vulnerability may permit a privileged user to escalate their privileges through local access, posing a risk to system integrity and security. Addressing this issue is crucial to safeguarding against potential unauthorized access and exploitation.

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Affected Version(s)
Intel(R) Ethernet Adapters and Intel(R) Ethernet Controller I225 Manageability firmware See references
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
7.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved