Vulnerability Description
Improper access control in BIOS firmware for some Intel(R) NUCs before version INWHL357.0046 may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Nuc 8 Mainstream-G Kit Nuc8I7Inh Firmware | < inwhl357.0046 |
| Intel | Nuc 8 Mainstream-G Kit Nuc8I7Inh | - |
| Intel | Nuc 8 Mainstream-G Mini Pc Nuc8I7Inh Firmware | < inwhl357.0046 |
| Intel | Nuc 8 Mainstream-G Mini Pc Nuc8I7Inh | - |
| Intel | Nuc 8 Mainstream-G Kit Nuc8I5Inh Firmware | < inwhl357.0046 |
| Intel | Nuc 8 Mainstream-G Kit Nuc8I5Inh | - |
| Intel | Nuc 8 Mainstream-G Mini Pc Nuc8I5Inh Firmware | < inwhl357.0046 |
| Intel | Nuc 8 Mainstream-G Mini Pc Nuc8I5Inh | - |
References
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00752.PatchVendor Advisory
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00752.PatchVendor Advisory
- https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/434994
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-33164?
CVE-2021-33164 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.2 (HIGH). Improper access control in BIOS firmware for some Intel(R) NUCs before version INWHL357.0046 may allow a privileged user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
How severe is CVE-2021-33164?
CVE-2021-33164 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-33164?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Intel Nuc 8 Mainstream-G Kit Nuc8I7Inh Firmware, Intel Nuc 8 Mainstream-G Kit Nuc8I7Inh, Intel Nuc 8 Mainstream-G Mini Pc Nuc8I7Inh Firmware, Intel Nuc 8 Mainstream-G Mini Pc Nuc8I7Inh, Intel Nuc 8 Mainstream-G Kit Nuc8I5Inh Firmware.