CVE-2023-52829: wifi: ath12k: fix possible out-of-bound write in ath12k_wmi_ext_hal_reg_caps()

Published May 21, 2024
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Updated

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:

wifi: ath12k: fix possible out-of-bound write in ath12kwmiexthalregcaps()

regcap.phyid is extracted from WMI event and could be an unexpected value in case some errors happen. As a result out-of-bound write may occur to soc->halregcap. Fix it by validating regcap.phyid before using it.

This is found during code review.

Compile tested only.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Linux Kernel
Linux Linux kernel>=6.3<6.5.13
Linux Linux kernel>=6.6<6.6.3

Event History

May 21, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:31 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:31 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-52829?

CVE-2023-52829 has a moderate severity level due to the potential for out-of-bound write vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-52829?

To fix CVE-2023-52829, update to the latest version of the Linux kernel where this vulnerability has been patched.

3

What versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2023-52829?

CVE-2023-52829 affects various versions of the Linux kernel that utilize the ath12k driver.

4

What systems are primarily impacted by CVE-2023-52829?

Systems running vulnerable versions of the Linux kernel with the ath12k wireless driver are primarily impacted by CVE-2023-52829.

5

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2023-52829?

Potential consequences of CVE-2023-52829 include system instability and exploitation leading to unauthorized access or privilege escalation.

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