CVE-2024-24986
Description
Improper access control 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.
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Improper access control in Intel Ethernet driver before 28.3 allows authenticated local user to escalate privileges.
Vulnerability
An improper access control vulnerability exists in the Linux kernel mode driver for some Intel(R) Ethernet Network Controllers and Adapters before version 28.3 [1]. The flaw allows an authenticated user to bypass intended access restrictions, potentially leading to privilege escalation [1].
Exploitation
An attacker needs local access to the system and valid authentication credentials [1]. By exploiting the improper access control, the attacker can perform operations that should be restricted, possibly gaining elevated privileges [1].
Impact
Successful exploitation could allow an authenticated local attacker to escalate privileges, potentially gaining root or administrator-level access [1]. This could lead to full compromise of the affected system [1].
Mitigation
Intel has released version 28.3 of the driver to address this vulnerability [1]. Users should update to this version or later. No workarounds are mentioned in the available reference [1].
AI Insight generated on May 26, 2026. Synthesized from this CVE's description and the cited reference URLs; citations are validated against the source bundle.
Affected products
1- Range: <28.3
Patches
0No patches discovered yet.
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References
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