CVE-2022-21229: High severity intel control center vulnerability

Published Aug 18, 2022
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Updated

Improper buffer restrictions for some Intel(R) NUC 9 Extreme Laptop Kit drivers before version 2.2.0.22 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

Affected Software

10 affected components
Intel Control Center<2.2.0.22
Intel Lapqc71a
Intel Lapqc71b
Intel Lapqc71c
Intel Lapqc71d
All of the following
Intel Control Center<2.2.0.22
Any of the following
Intel Lapqc71a
Intel Lapqc71b
Intel Lapqc71c
Intel Lapqc71d

Event History

Aug 18, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-21229?

CVE-2022-21229 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-21229?

To fix CVE-2022-21229, update the affected Intel Control Center software to version 2.2.0.22 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2022-21229?

CVE-2022-21229 specifically affects Intel(R) NUC 9 Extreme Laptop Kit drivers prior to version 2.2.0.22.

4

Can CVE-2022-21229 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2022-21229 requires local access for exploitation, making remote attacks unlikely.

5

Who is at risk from CVE-2022-21229?

Authenticated users with local access to affected systems are at risk from CVE-2022-21229.

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