How severe is CVE-2021-0002?

CVE-2021-0002 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability high.

Is CVE-2021-0002 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2021-0002?

CVE-2021-0002 primarily affects Intel Ethernet Controller E810 Firmware. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2021-0002?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2021-0002 published?

CVE-2021-0002 was published on 2021-08-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2021-0002

CVE-2021-0002 is a high-severity vulnerability in Intel Ethernet Controller E810 Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-754.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.1)
CVSS v2: 3.6
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (24th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-754
Affected product: Intel Ethernet Controller E810 Firmware
Published: 2021-08-11
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Improper conditions check in some Intel(R) Ethernet Controllers 800 series Linux drivers before version 1.4.11 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable information disclosure or denial of service via local access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-0002?: Improper conditions check in some Intel(R) Ethernet Controllers 800 series Linux drivers before version 1.4.11 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable information disclosure or denial of service via local access.
How severe is CVE-2021-0002?: CVE-2021-0002 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2021-0002 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-0002?: CVE-2021-0002 primarily affects Intel Ethernet Controller E810 Firmware. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-0002?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2021-0002 published?: CVE-2021-0002 was published on 2021-08-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:o:intel:ethernet_controller_e810_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:linux:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:fedoraproject:fedora:33:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:fedoraproject:fedora:34:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:fedoraproject:fedora:35:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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