CVE-2024-26896 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.82/6.6.22/6.7.10/6.8.1 wifi wfx_set_mfp_ap memory leak

CVE-2024-26896 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.82/6.6.22/6.7.10/6.8.1 wifi wfx_set_mfp_ap memory leak

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.1.82/6.6.22/6.7.10/6.8.1. It has been rated as critical. Affected by this issue is the function wfx_set_mfp_ap of the component wifi. The manipulation leads to memory leak. This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2024-26896. The attack needs to be approached within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.