HIGH · 7.4

CVE-2021-33159

Improper authentication in subsystem for Intel(R) AMT before versions 11.8.93, 11.22.93, 11.12.93, 12.0.92, 14.1.67, 15.0.42, 16.1.25 may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of pr...

Vulnerability Description

Improper authentication in subsystem for Intel(R) AMT before versions 11.8.93, 11.22.93, 11.12.93, 12.0.92, 14.1.67, 15.0.42, 16.1.25 may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.

CVSS Score

7.4

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:N/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
HIGH
User Interaction
REQUIRED
Scope
CHANGED
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
IntelActive Management Technology Firmware< 11.8.93

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2021-33159?

CVE-2021-33159 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.4 (HIGH). Improper authentication in subsystem for Intel(R) AMT before versions 11.8.93, 11.22.93, 11.12.93, 12.0.92, 14.1.67, 15.0.42, 16.1.25 may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of pr...

How severe is CVE-2021-33159?

CVE-2021-33159 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2021-33159?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Intel Active Management Technology Firmware.