Unauthenticated Denial of Service Vulnerability in Intel E810 Series Ethernet Controllers

CVE-2024-23499

Summary

A critical vulnerability has been identified within the Linux kernel mode driver used by Intel's E810 Series Ethernet Network Controllers and Adapters. A failure in the protection mechanisms allows an unauthenticated user to potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to denial of service through network access. This can severely disrupt network operations and impact the availability of services reliant on these devices. It is essential for affected users to take immediate action to secure their systems against this exposure as updates and patches become available.

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