CVE-2021-0079: Input Validation
First published: Wed Nov 17 2021(Updated: )
Improper input validation in software for some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi and Killer(TM) WiFi in Windows 10 may allow an unauthenticated user to potentially enable denial of service via adjacent access.
Credit: secure@intel.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Intel AX210 Firmware | <22.40 | |
| Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX210 | ||
| Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 Firmware | <22.40 | |
| Intel AX201 Firmware | ||
| Intel AX200 Firmware | <22.40 | |
| Intel AX200 Firmware | ||
| Intel AC 9560 Firmware | <22.40 | |
| Intel Wireless-AC 9560 | ||
| Intel PROSet AC 9462 Firmware | <22.40 | |
| Intel ProSet AC 9462 | ||
| Intel PROSet AC 9461 Firmware | <22.40 | |
| Intel ProSet AC 9461 | ||
| Intel ProSet AC 9260 Firmware | <22.40 | |
| Intel PROSet Wireless for AC 9260 | ||
| Intel ProSet AC 8265 Firmware | <22.40 | |
| Intel AC 8265 Firmware | ||
| Intel ProSet Wireless Software and Drivers for Ac 8260 | <22.40 | |
| Intel PROSet AC 8260 | ||
| Intel ProSet AC 3168 Firmware | <22.40 | |
| Intel AC 3168 Firmware | ||
| Red Hat Iwl7265-firmware | <22.40 | |
| Intel Wireless 7265 | ||
| Intel PROSet/Wireless Software for Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 | <22.40 | |
| Intel AC 3165 Firmware | ||
| Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 Firmware | <2.4.1541 | |
| Intel AX1675 Firmware | ||
| Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 firmware | <2.4.1541 | |
| Intel AX1650 Firmware | ||
| Intel Killer Wireless-ac 1550 | <2.4.1541 | |
| Intel Killer Wireless-ac 1550 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-0079?
CVE-2021-0079 refers to an improper input validation vulnerability in software for some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi and Killer(TM) WiFi in Windows 10.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-0079?
CVE-2021-0079 has a severity rating of 6.5, which is considered medium.
How can an unauthenticated user potentially exploit CVE-2021-0079?
An unauthenticated user can potentially exploit CVE-2021-0079 by enabling denial of service via adjacent access.
What software is affected by CVE-2021-0079?
Software for some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi and Killer(TM) WiFi in Windows 10 is affected by CVE-2021-0079.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-0079?
You can find more information about CVE-2021-0079 at the following reference: [link](https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00509.html)
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