CVE-2021-0069: Input Validation

Published Nov 17, 2021
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Updated

Improper input validation in firmware for some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi in multiple operating systems and some Killer(TM) WiFi in Windows 10 may allow an unauthenticated user to potentially enable denial of service via adjacent access.

Affected Software

31 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
Intel Ax1675 Firmware<2.4.1541
Intel Ax1675
Intel Ax1650 Firmware<2.4.1541
Intel Ax1650
Intel Ac1550 Firmware<2.4.1541
Intel Ac1550

Event History

Nov 17, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:37 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-0069?

CVE-2021-0069 is a vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated user to potentially enable denial of service via adjacent access in some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi in multiple operating systems and some Killer(TM) WiFi in Windows 10.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-0069?

The severity of CVE-2021-0069 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.5.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-0069?

The Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi versions up to 22.40 and some Killer(TM) WiFi in Windows 10 are affected by CVE-2021-0069.

4

How can an unauthenticated user potentially enable denial of service with CVE-2021-0069?

An unauthenticated user can potentially enable denial of service by exploiting the improper input validation in the firmware of affected Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi and Killer(TM) WiFi devices.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-0069?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-0069 at the following link: [Intel Security Advisory Intel-SA-00509](https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00509.html).

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