CVE-2026-20752: Medium severity Intel Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software vulnerability
Improper authentication for some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software within Ring 0: Kernel may allow an information disclosure. System software adversary with a privileged user combined with a low complexity attack may enable data exposure. This result may potentially occur via local access when attack requirements are not present without special internal knowledge and requires no user interaction. The potential vulnerability may impact the confidentiality (high), integrity (none) and availability (none) of the vulnerable system, resulting in subsequent system confidentiality (none), integrity (none) and availability (none) impacts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-20752?
CVE-2026-20752 has a risk score of 34, indicating a critical security issue.
How do I fix CVE-2026-20752?
To fix CVE-2026-20752, update to the latest version of Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software that includes the security patch.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-20752?
CVE-2026-20752 is classified as an improper authentication vulnerability within kernel mode.
Who is affected by CVE-2026-20752?
Users of Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software may be affected by CVE-2026-20752.
Can CVE-2026-20752 lead to data exposure?
Yes, CVE-2026-20752 can potentially allow information disclosure via local access under certain conditions.