SB2024071385 - Input validation error in Linux kernel wireless
Published: July 13, 2024 Updated: May 13, 2025
Security Bulletin ID
SB2024071385
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Denial of service
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Input validation error (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-40930)
The vulnerability allows a local user to perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.
The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the cfg80211_6ghz_power_type_valid() function in net/wireless/scan.c. A local user can perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.