CVE-2025-20093 — HIGH (8.2)

Vulnerability Description

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.

CVSS Score

8.2

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-754

References

https://intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-01296.html

FAQ

What is CVE-2025-20093?

CVE-2025-20093 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.2 (HIGH). 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 e...

How severe is CVE-2025-20093?

CVE-2025-20093 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2025-20093?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.