CVE-2021-0082

Name: CVE-2021-0082
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-11-17T20:15:08.987+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.25%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-0082 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Uncontrolled search path in software installer for Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi in Windows 10 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Uncontrolled search path in software installer for Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi in Windows 10 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.25%

16.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-427

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Intel	Ax210 Firmware	< 22.40
Intel	Ax201 Firmware	< 22.40
Intel	Ax200 Firmware	< 22.40
Intel	Ac 9560 Firmware	< 22.40
Intel	Ac 9462 Firmware	< 22.40
Intel	Ac 9461 Firmware	< 22.40
Intel	Ac 9260 Firmware	< 22.40
Intel	Ac 8265 Firmware	< 22.40
Intel	Ac 8260 Firmware	< 22.40
Intel	Ac 3168 Firmware	< 22.40
Intel	7265 Firmware	< 22.40
Intel	Ac 3165 Firmware	< 22.40
Intel	Ax1675 Firmware	< 2.4.1541
Intel	Ax1650 Firmware	< 2.4.1541
Intel	Ac1550 Firmware	< 2.4.1541

References

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00509.htmlVendor Advisory
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00509.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Nov 17, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-0082?

Uncontrolled search path in software installer for Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi in Windows 10 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

How severe is CVE-2021-0082?

CVE-2021-0082 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-0082?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2021-0082?

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Source: NVD / NIST