Intel Ethernet 800 Series Linux Driver Denial-of-Service Vulnerability

A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in the Intel Ethernet 800 Series Linux kernel driver, prior to version 2.3.14. This vulnerability resides in Ring 0 (Kernel) and may allow an unprivileged, authenticated software adversary to cause a denial-of-service condition. The issue can potentially be exploited through local access, without special internal knowledge, and requires no user interaction. The vulnerability could lead to a significant impact on system availability.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability can cause a denial-of-service condition, disrupting normal system operations and availability.

Remediation

Users are advised to update the Intel Ethernet 800 Series Linux drivers to version 2.3.14 or later. The updated drivers are available in the Intel Ethernet Adapter Complete Driver Pack version 30.5 or later.