CVE-2021-33142
MEDIUMCVSS 6/10EPSS 0.23%
Last modified
CVE-2021-33142 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper input validation in some Intel(R) Ethernet Adapters and Intel(R) Ethernet Controller I225 Manageability firmware may allow a privileged user to potentially enable denial of service via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper input validation in some Intel(R) Ethernet Adapters and Intel(R) Ethernet Controller I225 Manageability firmware may allow a privileged user to potentially enable denial of service via local access.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Ethernet Controller I225-It Firmware | < 1.87 |
| Intel | Ethernet Controller I225-Lm Firmware | < 1.87 |
| Intel | Ethernet Controller I225-V Firmware | < 1.87 |
| Intel | Ethernet Adapter Complete Driver | < 29.0.1 |
References
Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-33142?
Improper input validation in some Intel(R) Ethernet Adapters and Intel(R) Ethernet Controller I225 Manageability firmware may allow a privileged user to potentially enable denial of service via local access.
How severe is CVE-2021-33142?
CVE-2021-33142 has a CVSS score of 6/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-33142?
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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