CVE-2025-21741
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.20%
Last modified
CVE-2025-21741 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: usbnet: ipheth: fix DPE OoB read Fix an out-of-bounds DPE read, limit the number of processed DPEs to the amount that fits into the fixed-size NDP16 header.. EPSS estimates a 0.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: usbnet: ipheth: fix DPE OoB read Fix an out-of-bounds DPE read, limit the number of processed DPEs to the amount that fits into the fixed-size NDP16 header.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.5, < 6.6.78 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.7, < 6.12.14 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.13, < 6.13.3 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-21741?
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
usbnet: ipheth: fix DPE OoB read
Fix an out-of-bounds DPE read, limit the number of processed DPEs to
the amount that fits into the fixed-size NDP16 header.
How severe is CVE-2025-21741?
CVE-2025-21741 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-21741?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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