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. This issue, which arises from an out-of-bounds read within the device drivers, may allow an unprivileged software adversary to disrupt service. The vulnerability can potentially be exploited through adjacent access, without special internal knowledge, and requires no user interaction.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to a denial-of-service condition, causing a high impact on the availability 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 Download Center.