CVE-2021-0109
CVE-2021-0109 is a high-severity vulnerability in Intel Compute Stick Stk1a32sc Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-732.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 4.6
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (14th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-732
- Affected product: Intel Compute Stick Stk1a32sc Firmware
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- Last modified:
Description
Insecure inherited permissions for the Intel(R) SOC driver package for STK1A32SC before version 604 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2021-0109?
- Insecure inherited permissions for the Intel(R) SOC driver package for STK1A32SC before version 604 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
- How severe is CVE-2021-0109?
- CVE-2021-0109 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, 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 high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2021-0109 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (14th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2021-0109?
- CVE-2021-0109 affects Intel Compute Stick Stk1a32sc Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2021-0109?
- 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-2021-0109 published?
- CVE-2021-0109 was published on 2021-02-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:intel:compute_stick_stk1a32sc_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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