Null Pointer Dereference in Intel PROSet/Wireless Software for Windows
CVE-2026-20787

7.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

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

What is CVE-2026-20787?

A null pointer dereference vulnerability exists within the Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software for Windows, specifically affecting the device drivers in Ring 2. This issue could allow a network adversary to execute a low complexity attack, leading to a denial of service without needing special internal knowledge or user interaction. The potential exploitation of this vulnerability may require adjacent access, potentially jeopardizing system availability.

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:
7.1
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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