CVE-2022-21181
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.26%
Last modified
CVE-2022-21181 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper input validation for some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi and Killer(TM) WiFi products may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper input validation for some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi and Killer(TM) 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:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Wireless-Ac 9560 Firmware | < 22.120 |
| Intel | Wireless-Ac 9462 Firmware | < 22.120 |
| Intel | Wireless-Ac 9461 Firmware | < 22.120 |
| Intel | Killer Ac 1550 Firmware | < 3.1122.1105 |
| Intel | Dual Band Wireless-Ac 8260 Firmware | < 22.120 |
| Intel | Dual Band Wireless-Ac 8265 Firmware | < 22.120 |
| Intel | Wireless-Ac 9260 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-2022-21181?
Improper input validation for some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi and Killer(TM) WiFi products may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
How severe is CVE-2022-21181?
CVE-2022-21181 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-21181?
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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