CVE-2024-47681: wifi: mt76: mt7996: fix NULL pointer dereference in mt7996_mcu_sta_bfer_he
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
wifi: mt76: mt7996: fix NULL pointer dereference in mt7996mcustabferhe
Fix the NULL pointer dereference in mt7996mcustabferhe routine adding an sta interface to the mt7996 driver.
Found by code review.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-47681?
CVE-2024-47681 has been classified with a severity that is considered to be significant due to the potential for a NULL pointer dereference causing system instability.
How do I fix CVE-2024-47681?
To resolve CVE-2024-47681, you should upgrade the Linux kernel to the latest patched versions or to any provided remedial packages that address this vulnerability.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-47681?
CVE-2024-47681 affects specific versions of the Linux kernel, particularly those between 6.2 and 6.6.54, 6.7 and 6.10.13, and 6.11 and 6.11.2.
What components are impacted by CVE-2024-47681?
CVE-2024-47681 impacts the mt7996 driver within the Linux kernel, specifically related to the handling of WLAN station interfaces.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2024-47681?
If exploited, CVE-2024-47681 could lead to system crashes or instability due to the NULL pointer dereference in the mt7996 driver routines.