Insufficient input validation in the firmware for the Intel(R) 700-series of Ethernet Controllers before version 7.3 may allow a privileged user to potentially enable denial of service via local access.
An official patch is available. Apply the patch as soon as possible.
CVSS v4.0 Metrics
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
ComplexityLow
RequirementsPresent
PrivilegesHigh
User InteractionNone
Threat
Exploit MaturityPoC
Vulnerable System
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityHigh
Subsequent System
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
Supplemental
SafetyNegligible
AutomatableYes
RecoveryAutomatic
Value DensityConcentrated
UrgencyMedium
Patch StatusOfficial Patch
Change Log
| Date | Source | Changes | Score |
|---|
| 2026-07-21 | PoC | E: U→P | 1.7 → 4.4 |
| 2026-07-21 | nvd | AV: P→L, AC: H→L, UI: A→N, VA: N→H | 0.0 → 1.7 |
| 2026-07-21 | nvd | patch: Unavailable→Official Patch | 0.0 → 0.0 |
| 2026-07-21 | cve.org | initial, patch: Unavailable | 0.0 |
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Version |
|---|
| intel | ethernet_network_adapter_700_firmware | < 7.3 |
| n/a | Intel(R) 700-series of Ethernet Controllers | < 7.3 |
Published: 2021-02-17
