PT-2023-34562 · Linux · Linux Kernel
Published
2023-01-17
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Updated
2023-01-17
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Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
Linux Kernel versions prior to v5.10.163
Description
A memory leak issue exists in the wifi ath9k driver, specifically in the
ath9k hif usb dealloc tx urbs() function. This issue was introduced in Linux Kernel version v5.10 and is fixed in version v5.10.163. The actual impact and attack plausibility of this issue have not yet been proven.Recommendations
For Linux Kernel versions prior to v5.10.163, update to version v5.10.163 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider disabling the wifi ath9k driver until a patch is available.
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