CVE-2020-17497: High severity intel proset/wireless vulnerability
Published Aug 12, 2020
·Updated
eapol.c in iNet wireless daemon (IWD) through 1.8 allows attackers to trigger a PTK reinstallation by retransmitting EAPOL Msg4/4.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Intel Inet Wireless Daemon<=1.8
Remediation
Event History
Aug 12, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:15 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2020-17497?
CVE-2020-17497 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
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How do I fix CVE-2020-17497?
To fix CVE-2020-17497, upgrade the Intel iNet Wireless Daemon to version 1.9 or later.
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What type of attack is exploited in CVE-2020-17497?
CVE-2020-17497 allows attackers to trigger a PTK reinstallation attack by retransmitting EAPOL Msg4/4.
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What versions of iNet Wireless Daemon are affected by CVE-2020-17497?
CVE-2020-17497 affects versions of iNet Wireless Daemon up to and including 1.8.
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How can I determine if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2020-17497?
You can determine if your system is vulnerable to CVE-2020-17497 by checking if it is running Intel iNet Wireless Daemon version 1.8 or older.