CVE-2025-24303: High severity Intel Ethernet Driver for Intel 800 Series vulnerability
Published Aug 12, 2025
·Updated
Improper check for unusual or exceptional conditions in the Linux kernel-mode driver for some Intel(R) 800 Series Ethernet before version 1.17.2 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Intel Ethernet Driver for Intel 800 Series<1.17.2
F5 F5OS-A>=1.8.0<=1.8.3, >=1.5.1<=1.5.4
Event History
Aug 12, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:58 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:58 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Apr 6, 2026
Advisory Published
via F5·07:22 PM
Data Sourced
via F5·07:22 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-24303?
CVE-2025-24303 has a moderate severity level due to its potential for privilege escalation.
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How do I fix CVE-2025-24303?
To mitigate CVE-2025-24303, update the Intel Ethernet Driver for Intel 800 Series to version 1.17.2 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2025-24303?
CVE-2025-24303 affects users of the Intel Ethernet Driver for Intel 800 Series prior to version 1.17.2.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-24303?
CVE-2025-24303 is an escalation of privilege vulnerability in the Linux kernel-mode driver.
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What can an attacker do with CVE-2025-24303?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2025-24303 could potentially gain elevated privileges with local access.