CVE-2024-23981
CVE-2024-23981 is a high-severity vulnerability in Intel Ethernet 800 Series Controllers Driver with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-682.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- CVSS v4: 9.3
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (8th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-21407
- Weakness: CWE-682
- Affected product: Intel Ethernet 800 Series Controllers Driver
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Wrap-around error in Linux kernel mode driver for some Intel(R) Ethernet Network Controllers and Adapters before version 28.3 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2024-23981?
- Wrap-around error in Linux kernel mode driver for some Intel(R) Ethernet Network Controllers and Adapters before version 28.3 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
- How severe is CVE-2024-23981?
- CVE-2024-23981 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2024-23981 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (8th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2024-23981?
- CVE-2024-23981 affects Intel Ethernet 800 Series Controllers Driver. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2024-23981?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- Does CVE-2024-23981 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2024-23981 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-21407.
- When was CVE-2024-23981 published?
- CVE-2024-23981 was published on 2024-08-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:intel:ethernet_800_series_controllers_driver:*:*:*:*:*:linux:*:*
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