Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software Denial-of-Service Vulnerability

A denial-of-service vulnerability has been identified in Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software for Windows, prior to version 23.160. The issue arises from an out-of-bounds write in the device drivers, which may be exploited by an unprivileged software adversary with an unauthenticated user. This low-complexity attack can potentially lead to a denial-of-service condition, especially through adjacent access, without requiring special internal knowledge or user interaction.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability can cause a denial-of-service condition, disrupting the normal functionality of the affected system.

Remediation

Users are advised to update Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software for Windows to version 23.160 or later. The update is available for download from the Intel Wireless Wi-Fi Drivers for Windows 10 and Windows 11 page.