CVE-2021-0055
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.21%
Last modified
CVE-2021-0055 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Insecure inherited permissions for some Intel(R) NUC 9 Extreme Laptop Kit LAN Drivers before version 10.42 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Insecure inherited permissions for some Intel(R) NUC 9 Extreme Laptop Kit LAN Drivers before version 10.42 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Lapqc71a Firmware | < 10.42 |
| Intel | Lapqc71b Firmware | < 10.42 |
| Intel | Lapqc71c Firmware | < 10.42 |
| Intel | Lapqc71d Firmware | < 10.42 |
References
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-0055?
Insecure inherited permissions for some Intel(R) NUC 9 Extreme Laptop Kit LAN Drivers before version 10.42 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
How severe is CVE-2021-0055?
CVE-2021-0055 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-0055?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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