SB20251216167 - Buffer overflow in Linux kernel rtl8723bs core driver
Published: December 16, 2025
Security Bulletin ID
SB20251216167
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68255)
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to memory corruption within the OnAssocReq() function in drivers/staging/rtl8723bs/core/rtw_mlme_ext.c. A local user can escalate privileges on the system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.