CVE-2026-68406: wifi: cfg80211: validate PMSR FTM preamble range

Published Aug 10, 2026
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Updated

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

wifi: cfg80211: validate PMSR FTM preamble range

PMSR FTM request parsing accepts preamble values outside the enumerated nl80211 preamble range.

Reject out-of-range values before using them in the parser capability bit test using the policy.

[drop unnecessary check]

Affected Software

1 affected component
Linux Kernel

Event History

Aug 10, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:04 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:04 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:20 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-68406?

The severity of CVE-2026-68406 is rated at 15.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-68406?

To fix CVE-2026-68406, you should update to the latest version of the Linux kernel that contains the patch for this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2026-68406?

CVE-2026-68406 affects users and systems running vulnerable versions of the Linux kernel that improperly validate PMSR FTM preamble values.

4

What systems are at risk from CVE-2026-68406?

Any system utilizing an affected version of the Linux kernel and using wifi capabilities is at risk from CVE-2026-68406.

5

What is the main issue caused by CVE-2026-68406?

CVE-2026-68406 allows for improper validation of PMSR FTM preamble values which can lead to inconsistency in request handling.

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