CVE-2025-39858 | Linux Kernel up to 6.16.5/6.17-rc4 mlx4 IS_ERR null pointer dereference

A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.16.5/6.17-rc4. This vulnerability affects the function IS_ERR of the component mlx4. Performing manipulation results in null pointer dereference.

This vulnerability was named CVE-2025-39858. The attack needs to be approached within the local network. There is no available exploit.

It is advisable to upgrade the affected component.VulDB Recent EntriesRead More