Vulnerability Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: wifi: cfg80211: reject auth/assoc to AP with our address If the AP uses our own address as its MLD address or BSSID, then clearly something's wrong. Reject such connections so we don't try and fail later.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 2.6.32, < 6.1.55 |
References
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/07added2c6cd63de047bc786b39436322abb67c0Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/5d4e04bf3a0f098bd9033de3a5291810fa14c7a6Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/676a423410131d111a264d29aecbe6aadd57fb22Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-53540?
CVE-2023-53540 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: wifi: cfg80211: reject auth/assoc to AP with our address If the AP uses our own address as its MLD address or BSSID, then clearly ...
How severe is CVE-2023-53540?
CVE-2023-53540 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-53540?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.