CVE-2025-68738: wifi: mt76: mt7996: fix null pointer deref in mt7996_conf_tx()
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
wifi: mt76: mt7996: fix null pointer deref in mt7996conftx()
If a link does not have an assigned channel yet, mt7996viflink returns NULL. We still need to store the updated queue settings in that case, and apply them later. Move the location of the queue params to within struct mt7996viflink.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-68738?
CVE-2025-68738 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for a null pointer dereference in the Linux kernel.
How does CVE-2025-68738 affect users?
CVE-2025-68738 can affect users by causing system crashes or unexpected behavior in the wireless networking stack.
How do I fix CVE-2025-68738?
To fix CVE-2025-68738, users should update their Linux kernel to the latest stable version that contains the patch for this vulnerability.
Is CVE-2025-68738 specific to any Linux versions?
CVE-2025-68738 applies to various versions of the Linux kernel that implement the mt76 wireless driver.
What are the key components involved in CVE-2025-68738?
The key components involved in CVE-2025-68738 include the mt76 driver and the mt7996 chipset within the Linux kernel.