CVE-2021-0065: High severity intel wi-fi 6e ax210 firmware vulnerability

Published Nov 17, 2021
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Updated

Incorrect default permissions in the Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi software installer for Windows 10 before version 22.40 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

Affected Software

25 affected components
Intel Ax210 Firmware<22.40
Intel Ax210
Intel Ax201 Firmware<22.40
Intel Ax201
Intel Ax200 Firmware<22.40
Intel Ax200
Intel Ac 9560 Firmware<22.40
Intel Ac 9560
Intel Ac 9462 Firmware<22.40
Intel Ac 9462
Intel Ac 9461 Firmware<22.40
Intel Ac 9461
Intel 9260 Firmware
Intel Ac 9260 Firmware<22.40
Intel Ac 9260
Intel Ac 8265 Firmware<22.40
Intel Ac 8265
Intel Ac 8260 Firmware<22.40
Intel Ac 8260
Intel Ac 3168 Firmware<22.40
Intel Ac 3168
Intel 7265 Firmware<22.40
Intel 7265
Intel Ac 3165 Firmware<22.40
Intel Ac 3165

Event History

Nov 17, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:19 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:19 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-0065?

CVE-2021-0065 is a vulnerability in the Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi software installer for Windows 10 that allows an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

2

How severe is CVE-2021-0065?

CVE-2021-0065 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-0065?

Versions of the Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi software installer for Windows 10 before 22.40 are affected by CVE-2021-0065.

4

How can an authenticated user exploit CVE-2021-0065?

An authenticated user can potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access to exploit CVE-2021-0065.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-0065?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-0065 on the Intel Security Center website.

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