CVE-2023-52769: wifi: ath12k: fix htt mlo-offset event locking
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
wifi: ath12k: fix htt mlo-offset event locking
The ath12k active pdevs are protected by RCU but the htt mlo-offset event handling code calling ath12kmacgetarbypdevid() was not marked as a read-side critical section.
Mark the code in question as an RCU read-side critical section to avoid any potential use-after-free issues.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-52769?
CVE-2023-52769 has been classified as having medium severity due to potential impact on system stability and security.
How do I fix CVE-2023-52769?
To fix CVE-2023-52769, update the Linux kernel to a version that includes the patches addressing this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2023-52769?
CVE-2023-52769 affects Linux kernel versions between 6.3 and 6.5.13, as well as versions between 6.6 and 6.6.3.
What does CVE-2023-52769 exploit?
CVE-2023-52769 exploits a locking issue in the ath12k module related to htt mlo-offset event handling.
When was CVE-2023-52769 disclosed?
CVE-2023-52769 was disclosed along with patches in late 2023.