CVE-2021-33115: Input Validation
Published Feb 9, 2022
·Updated
Improper input validation for some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi in UEFI may allow an unauthenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via adjacent access.
Affected Software
26 affected components
Intel Uefi Wifi Driver<1.2.8.21337
Intel Ac 3165
Intel Ac 3168
Intel Ac 7265
Intel Ac 8260
Intel Ac 8265
Intel Ac 9260
Intel Ac 9461
Intel Ac 9462
Intel Ac 9560
Intel Ax200
Intel Ax201
Intel Ax210
All of the following
Intel Uefi Wifi Driver<1.2.8.21337
Any of the following
Intel Ac 3165
Intel Ac 3168
Intel Ac 7265
Intel Ac 8260
Intel Ac 8265
Intel Ac 9260
Intel Ac 9461
Intel Ac 9462
Intel Ac 9560
Intel Ax200
Intel Ax201
Intel Ax210
Event History
Feb 9, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:04 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:04 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2021-33115?
CVE-2021-33115 is a vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via adjacent access in some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi in UEFI.
2
Which software is affected by CVE-2021-33115?
The Intel Uefi Wifi Driver version up to 1.2.8.21337 is affected by CVE-2021-33115.
3
What is the severity of CVE-2021-33115?
CVE-2021-33115 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).
4
How can an unauthenticated user exploit CVE-2021-33115?
An unauthenticated user can exploit CVE-2021-33115 by leveraging adjacent access to potentially enable escalation of privilege.
5
Is Intel Ac 3165 affected by CVE-2021-33115?
No, Intel Ac 3165 is not affected by CVE-2021-33115.