Null Pointer Dereference Vulnerability in Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software
CVE-2026-20727

8.3HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Intel
Status
Intel(r) Proset/wireless Wifi Software For Windows
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-20727?

A null pointer dereference vulnerability exists in Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software for Windows, which may allow a denial of service. This flaw can be exploited by an unprivileged software adversary with adjacent access who can perform a low complexity attack without the need for special internal knowledge or user interaction. The impact of this vulnerability could lead to significant availability issues for the affected system, potentially disrupting its normal operation.

Affected Version(s)

Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software for Windows See references

References

https://intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advis...

CVSS V4

Score:
8.3
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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