CVE-2023-54275: wifi: ath11k: Fix memory leak in ath11k_peer_rx_frag_setup

Published Dec 30, 2025
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Updated

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

wifi: ath11k: Fix memory leak in ath11kpeerrxfragsetup

cryptoallocshash() allocates resources, which should be released by cryptofreeshash(). When ath11kpeerfind() fails, there has memory leak. Add missing cryptofreeshash() to fix this.

Affected Software

1 affected component
linux_kernel

Event History

Dec 30, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:16 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:16 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-54275?

CVE-2023-54275 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential memory leak issue in the Linux kernel.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-54275?

To fix CVE-2023-54275, you should update to the latest version of the Linux kernel that includes the patch for this vulnerability.

3

What is affected by CVE-2023-54275?

CVE-2023-54275 affects the Linux kernel, specifically the ath11k module responsible for Wi-Fi functionality.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-54275?

CVE-2023-54275 is a memory leak vulnerability, which can lead to resource exhaustion if exploited.

5

When was CVE-2023-54275 disclosed?

CVE-2023-54275 was disclosed as part of a vulnerability resolution in the Linux kernel's ath11k module.

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