CVE-2022-21172
MEDIUMCVSS 6.7/10EPSS 0.21%
Last modified
CVE-2022-21172 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.7/10 on the CVSS scale. Out of bounds write for some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi products may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Out of bounds write for some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi products may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Proset Wi-Fi 6e Ax210 Firmware | < 22.120 |
| Intel | Wi-Fi 6e Ax211 Firmware | < 22.120 |
| Intel | Wi-Fi 6e Ax411 Firmware | < 22.120 |
References
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00621.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00621.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-21172?
Out of bounds write for some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi products may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
How severe is CVE-2022-21172?
CVE-2022-21172 has a CVSS score of 6.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-21172?
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-2022-21172?
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