CVE-2021-0100

Name: CVE-2021-0100
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-06-09T20:15:08.66+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.23%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-0100 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Incorrect default permissions in the installer for the Intel(R) SSD Data Center Tool, versions downloaded before 12/31/2020, may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Incorrect default permissions in the installer for the Intel(R) SSD Data Center Tool, versions downloaded before 12/31/2020, 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:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.23%

13.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-276

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Intel	Ssd Data Center Tool	< 2020-12-31

References

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00537.htmlVendor Advisory
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00537.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 9, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-0100?

How severe is CVE-2021-0100?

CVE-2021-0100 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-0100?

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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Source: NVD / NIST