CVE-2026-53318: wifi: mt76: mt7925: prevent NULL pointer dereference in mt7925_tx_check_aggr()
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
wifi: mt76: mt7925: prevent NULL pointer dereference in mt7925txcheckaggr()
Move the NULL check for 'sta' before dereferencing it to prevent a possible crash.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Compensating control
In wifi: mt76: mt7925, modify mt7925_tx_check_aggr() to move the NULL check for 'sta' before dereferencing it to prevent a possible NULL pointer dereference/crash.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-53318?
CVE-2026-53318 has a medium severity rating of 5.5 based on the CVSS 3.1 scoring.
How do I fix CVE-2026-53318?
To fix CVE-2026-53318, ensure your Linux kernel is updated to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2026-53318?
CVE-2026-53318 affects the Linux kernel specifically in the mt76 driver for the mt7925 chipset.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-53318?
CVE-2026-53318 is categorized as a Null Pointer Dereference vulnerability.
What is the impact of CVE-2026-53318?
The impact of CVE-2026-53318 could potentially lead to a crash due to a NULL pointer dereference in the affected function.