CVE-2026-74413: wifi: rtw89: fix wrong pci_get_drvdata type in AER handlers
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
wifi: rtw89: fix wrong pcigetdrvdata type in AER handlers
rtw89 stores an ieee80211hw pointer via pcisetdrvdata() at probe time, but ioerrordetected() and ioresume() retrieve it as a netdevice pointer. This causes netifdevicedetach/attach to operate on an ieee80211hw struct, reading and writing at wrong offsets. The adjacent ioslotreset() already does it correctly.
Use ieee80211stopqueues/wakequeues instead, consistent with every other queue stop/start path in the driver.
Tested on RTL8852CE by calling the handlers from a test module before and after the fix.
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In the rtw89 PCI AER handlers, replace netif_device_detach() and netif_device_attach() with ieee80211_stop_queues() and ieee80211_wake_queues(), operating on the ieee80211_hw pointer returned by pci_get_drvdata().
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-74413?
The severity of CVE-2026-74413 is rated as 34.
How do I fix CVE-2026-74413?
To fix CVE-2026-74413, ensure you update your Linux kernel to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2026-74413?
CVE-2026-74413 affects systems using the Linux kernel with the rtw89 wireless drivers.
What is the impact of CVE-2026-74413?
The impact of CVE-2026-74413 involves the incorrect data type handling within AER handlers, which may cause network device failures.
When was CVE-2026-74413 published?
CVE-2026-74413 was published on August 15, 2026.