CVE-2025-39853 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17-rc4 i40e list_first_entry null pointer dereference

A vulnerability labeled as critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.17-rc4. The affected element is the function list_first_entry of the component i40e. Such manipulation leads to null pointer dereference.

This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2025-39853. Access to the local network is required for this attack to succeed. There is no exploit available.

The affected component should be upgraded.VulDB Recent EntriesRead More