CVE-2021-0171
Description
Improper access control in software for Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless Wi-Fi and Killer(TM) Wi-Fi in Windows 10 and 11 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable information disclosure via local access.
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Improper access control in Intel PROSet/Wireless Wi-Fi and Killer Wi-Fi drivers on Windows 10/11 allows authenticated local users to disclose sensitive information.
Vulnerability
An improper access control vulnerability has been identified in the software for Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless Wi-Fi and Killer(TM) Wi-Fi running on Windows 10 and 11. [1] This issue arises due to insufficient access controls, allowing an authenticated user to potentially access information that should be restricted.
Exploitation
An attacker must have authenticated local access to the system. No additional privileges or user interaction beyond authentication are required. The attacker can exploit this flaw by running a specially crafted application that takes advantage of the improper access control.
Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to information disclosure, exposing sensitive data that is normally protected. The disclosure is limited to local access and does not allow remote code execution or privilege escalation.
Mitigation
Intel has released an advisory (INTEL-SA-00539) detailing the affected products and recommended updates. Users should apply the latest driver updates from Intel or their system manufacturer to remediate the vulnerability. [1]
AI Insight generated on May 25, 2026. Synthesized from this CVE's description and the cited reference URLs; citations are validated against the source bundle.
Affected products
3- Intel/PROSet/Wireless Wi-Fi and Killer Wi-Fidescription
Patches
0No patches discovered yet.
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References
1- www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00539.htmlmitrex_refsource_MISC
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