CVE-2024-41166
📋 TL;DR
A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi and Killer WiFi software for Windows allows unauthenticated attackers on the same network to potentially cause denial of service. This affects users with vulnerable Intel WiFi adapters running outdated software versions. The attack requires physical proximity to the target network.
💻 Affected Systems
- Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi software
- Intel Killer WiFi software
⚠️ Manual Verification Required
This CVE does not have specific version information in our database, so automatic vulnerability detection cannot determine if your system is affected.
Why? The CVE database entry doesn't specify which versions are vulnerable (no version ranges provided by the vendor/NVD).
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- Review the CVE details at NVD
- Check vendor security advisories for your specific version
- Test if the vulnerability is exploitable in your environment
- Consider updating to the latest version as a precaution
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Complete system crash or blue screen requiring physical reboot, potentially disrupting critical operations on affected devices.
Likely Case
Temporary WiFi disconnection or system instability requiring user intervention to restore connectivity.
If Mitigated
Minimal impact with proper network segmentation and updated software.
🎯 Exploit Status
Requires adjacent network access and knowledge of vulnerable systems. No authentication needed.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: 23.80 or later
Vendor Advisory: https://intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-01224.html
Restart Required: Yes
Instructions:
1. Download Intel Driver & Support Assistant from Intel website
2. Run the tool to detect vulnerable software
3. Follow prompts to update to version 23.80 or later
4. Restart system when prompted
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Disable vulnerable WiFi adapter
windowsTemporarily disable Intel WiFi adapter to prevent exploitation
netsh interface set interface "Wi-Fi" admin=disable
Use wired connection
windowsSwitch to Ethernet connection and disable WiFi
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Segment wireless networks to limit adjacent access
- Implement network monitoring for unusual WiFi traffic patterns
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi software version in Control Panel > Programs and FeaturesCheck Version:
wmic product where "name like '%Intel%WiFi%'" get name,versionVerify Fix Applied:
Verify software version is 23.80 or higher in Programs and Features📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- System crash logs (Event ID 41)
- WiFi driver crash events
- Unexpected system reboots
Network Indicators:
- Unusual broadcast/multicast traffic on WiFi
- Malformed WiFi packets targeting Intel adapters
SIEM Query:
EventID=41 OR (Source="IntelWiFi" AND EventID=1000)