CVE-2021-0012: Use After Free

Published Aug 11, 2021
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Updated

Use after free in some Intel(R) Graphics Driver before version 27.20.100.8336, 15.45.33.5164, and 15.40.47.5166 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable denial of service via local access.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Intel Graphics Driver>=15.40<15.40.47.5166
Intel Graphics Driver>=15.45<15.45.33.5164
Intel Graphics Drivers>=27.20<27.20.100.9030
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Aug 11, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:47 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:47 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-0012?

CVE-2021-0012 is a vulnerability in some Intel Graphics Drivers that may allow an authenticated user to enable denial of service via local access.

2

How severe is CVE-2021-0012?

CVE-2021-0012 has a severity rating of 5.5, which is considered medium.

3

Which versions of Intel Graphics Drivers are affected by CVE-2021-0012?

Versions 15.40 through 15.40.47.5166, 15.45 through 15.45.33.5164, and 27.20 through 27.20.100.9030 of Intel Graphics Drivers are affected by CVE-2021-0012.

4

How can an authenticated user potentially exploit CVE-2021-0012?

An authenticated user can potentially enable denial of service by exploiting CVE-2021-0012 through local access.

5

Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2021-0012?

No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2021-0012.

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