CVE-2026-68373: wifi: at76c50x-usb: avoid length underflow in at76_guess_freq()
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
wifi: at76c50x-usb: avoid length underflow in at76guessfreq()
at76guessfreq() checks only that the received frame is at least a bare 802.11 header (24 bytes) before subtracting the fixed management-body offset:
len -= eloff;
For both beacon and probe response frames, eloff is 36. If the frame is shorter than eloff, subtracting it causes the calculated IE length to wrap. The length is eventually passed to cfg80211findelemmatch() as a very large unsigned value, so the element walk runs beyond the RX skb.
This path is reached from at76rxtasklet() while scanning. If the device delivers a truncated beacon or probe response, the oversized IE length causes an out-of-bounds read during scanning.
Skip the IE lookup if the frame does not reach the variable elements, before subtracting eloff.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-68373?
CVE-2026-68373 has a risk rating of 23.
How do I fix CVE-2026-68373?
To fix CVE-2026-68373, ensure that you update to the latest version of the Linux kernel that contains the relevant patches.
What components are affected by CVE-2026-68373?
CVE-2026-68373 affects the wifi subsystem specifically impacting the at76c50x-usb driver in the Linux kernel.
What impact does CVE-2026-68373 have on my system?
CVE-2026-68373 could potentially lead to unexpected behavior or system instability when processing certain wifi frames.
When was CVE-2026-68373 published?
CVE-2026-68373 was published on August 10, 2026.