CVE-2025-39898 | Linux Kernel up to 6.16.5 e1000e e1000_set_eeprom heap-based overflow

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.16.5. It has been rated as critical. This issue affects the function e1000_set_eeprom of the component e1000e. This manipulation causes heap-based buffer overflow.

This vulnerability appears as CVE-2025-39898. The attacker needs to be present on the local network. There is no available exploit.

Upgrading the affected component is advised.