CVE-2026-68308: wifi: mt76: mt7996: check pointer returned by mt76_connac_get_he_phy_cap()

Published Aug 10, 2026
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Updated

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

wifi: mt76: mt7996: check pointer returned by mt76connacgethephycap()

mt76connacgethephycap routine can theoretically return NULL so check cap pointer before dereferencing it.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Linux Linux kernel

Event History

Aug 10, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:02 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:02 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:20 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-68308?

CVE-2026-68308 has a risk rating of 12, indicating a high level of severity.

2

What does CVE-2026-68308 affect?

CVE-2026-68308 affects the mt76 drivers used in the Linux kernel, specifically with the mt7996 chipset.

3

How do I fix CVE-2026-68308?

To fix CVE-2026-68308, you should update your Linux kernel to the latest version where the vulnerability is resolved.

4

What is the nature of the issue described in CVE-2026-68308?

CVE-2026-68308 involves a potential NULL pointer dereference in the mt76_connac_get_he_phy_cap routine of the Linux kernel.

5

When was CVE-2026-68308 published?

CVE-2026-68308 was published on August 10, 2026.

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