CVE-2025-68752
Description
A NULL pointer dereference vulnerability was found in the Intel Adaptive Virtual Function (iavf) network driver in the Linux kernel. The driver registers a PTP clock device but does not implement the settime64() callback. When ptp_clock_settime() is called, it assumes the callback exists and dereferences a NULL function pointer, causing a kernel crash.
Statement
This vulnerability requires local access and the ability to interact with PTP clock devices. Exploitation leads to a kernel panic but does not allow code execution or data compromise. Systems using iavf virtual network adapters in virtualized environments with PTP enabled are affected.
Mitigation
To mitigate this issue, prevent the iavf module from being loaded if Intel Adaptive Virtual Function network devices are not required. See https://access.redhat.com/solutions/41278 for instructions on how to blacklist a kernel module.
Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) Score Details
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The following CVSS metrics and score provided are preliminary and subject to review.
CVSS v3 Score Breakdown
| Red Hat | NVD | cve.org | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Score | 5.5 | N/A | N/A |
| Attack Vector | Local | N/A | N/A |
| Attack Complexity | Low | N/A | N/A |
| Privileges Required | Low | N/A | N/A |
| User Interaction | None | N/A | N/A |
| Scope | Unchanged | N/A | N/A |
| Confidentiality | None | N/A | N/A |
| Integrity Impact | None | N/A | N/A |
| Availability Impact | High | N/A | N/A |
Vector
Red Hat: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
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