First published: Thu Feb 18 2021(Updated: )
Null pointer reference in some Intel(R) Graphics Drivers for Windows* before version 26.20.100.7212 and before version Linux kernel version 5.5 may allow a privileged user to potentially enable a denial of service via local access. References: <a href="https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00438.html">https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00438.html</a>
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Intel Graphics Driver for Windows | <26.20.100.7212 | |
Linux Kernel | <5.5 |
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The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1930251 is classified as critical due to the potential for denial of service.
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1930251, update to Intel Graphics Drivers for Windows version 26.20.100.7212 or later, or ensure your Linux kernel version is 5.5 or higher.
Users of Intel Graphics Drivers for Windows prior to version 26.20.100.7212 and Linux Kernel versions before 5.5 are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1930251.
The impact of REDHAT-BUG-1930251 can lead to a denial of service, potentially disrupting important services for privileged users.
Currently, the best workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1930251 is to update the affected software to the recommended versions.