CVE-2015-2291
Published: February 10, 2023
Official Description
Intel ethernet diagnostics driver for Windows IQVW32.sys and IQVW64.sys contain an unspecified vulnerability that allows for a denial-of-service (DoS).
CISA KEV Advisory
Intel Ethernet Diagnostics Driver for Windows Denial-of-Service Vulnerability
Intel ethernet diagnostics driver for Windows IQVW32.sys and IQVW64.sys contain an unspecified vulnerability that allows for a denial-of-service (DoS).
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Risk Analysis
The Intel ethernet diagnostics driver for Windows (IQVW32.sys and IQVW64.sys) contains an unspecified vulnerability that can lead to a denial-of-service (DoS). Its inclusion in CISA's KEV catalog and an EPSS score of 0.04322 indicate a significant and urgent risk of active exploitation, despite the lack of a CVSS score.
This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild, as confirmed by its presence in CISA's KEV catalog. Exploitation typically requires local access to the system.
Users should update their Intel ethernet diagnostics drivers for Windows to a patched version. Regularly update all system drivers to mitigate known vulnerabilities.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2015-2291 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2015-2291 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2015-2291 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1