CVE-2025-24512
📋 TL;DR
An improper input validation vulnerability in Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software for Windows allows an authenticated attacker with local access and specialized knowledge to cause a denial of service. The vulnerability affects systems running vulnerable versions of the software, potentially disrupting WiFi functionality. Only Windows systems with the affected Intel WiFi software are impacted.
💻 Affected Systems
- Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software for Windows
⚠️ 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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- 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 disruption of WiFi connectivity on the affected system, requiring system restart to restore functionality.
Likely Case
Temporary WiFi service interruption affecting network connectivity until the driver recovers or system is restarted.
If Mitigated
Minimal impact with proper patching; isolated WiFi service disruption if exploitation occurs.
🎯 Exploit Status
Requires authenticated user, local access, and specialized internal knowledge. No user interaction needed.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: 23.160 or later
Vendor Advisory: https://intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-01398.html
Restart Required: Yes
Instructions:
1. Download Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software version 23.160 or later from Intel's website. 2. Run the installer with administrative privileges. 3. Follow on-screen instructions. 4. Restart the system when prompted.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Disable Intel WiFi Adapter
windowsTemporarily disable the vulnerable WiFi adapter to prevent exploitation
netsh interface set interface "Wi-Fi" admin=disable
Use Alternative Network Connection
windowsSwitch to wired Ethernet connection instead of WiFi
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Implement strict access controls to limit local access to systems with vulnerable software
- Monitor for unusual WiFi driver crashes or service disruptions
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software version in Device Manager under Network adapters > Intel(R) Wireless-AC/Intel(R) Wi-Fi 6/Intel(R) Wi-Fi 6E properties > Driver tabCheck Version:
wmic path win32_pnpsigneddriver where "devicename like '%Intel%Wireless%'" get devicename, driverversionVerify Fix Applied:
Verify driver version is 23.160 or higher in Device Manager📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Windows Event Logs showing WiFi driver crashes (Event ID 1001, 1000)
- System logs indicating WiFi service disruptions
Network Indicators:
- Sudden loss of WiFi connectivity on affected systems
- Unusual WiFi driver restart patterns
SIEM Query:
EventID=1001 AND Source="Windows Error Reporting" AND Description="*netwtw*" OR Description="*Intel*WiFi*"