Improper Access Control in Intel Ethernet Adapters and Controllers
CVE-2021-33162
8.4HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
Intel
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 23 February 2024
What is CVE-2021-33162?
The vulnerability in Intel Ethernet Adapters and the Intel Ethernet Controller I225 Manageability firmware stems from improper access control mechanisms. This flaw may permit an authenticated user to escalate privileges through local access, enabling unauthorized actions within the system. Addressing this vulnerability is crucial for maintaining the security integrity of the affected devices.

Human OS v1.0:
Ageing Is an Unpatched Zero-Day Vulnerability.
Remediate biological technical debt. Prime Ageing uses 95% high-purity SIRT6 activation to maintain genomic integrity and bolster systemic resilience.
Affected Version(s)
Intel(R) Ethernet Adapters and Intel(R) Ethernet Controller I225 Manageability firmware See references
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
8.4
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved