Linux Kernel NIC Queue Validation Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A vulnerability in the Linux kernel related to the validation of Network Interface Controller (NIC) queues has been addressed. The issue arose because the calculation of queue offsets was not properly restricted to NIC queues, leading to potential out-of-bounds shifts.

Impact

The vulnerability could cause out-of-bounds shifts, which may lead to undefined behavior, including memory corruption or other unintended consequences.

Added: Jun 18, 2025, 7:46 PM
Updated: Jun 18, 2025, 7:46 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
9.0
impact
2.5
exploitability
5.3
remediation
0.0
relevance
0.2
threat
3.2
urgency
2.9
incentive
1.7

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