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veracodeVeracode Vulnerability DatabaseVERACODE:37096
HistorySep 16, 2022 - 7:50 p.m.

Use After Free

2022-09-1619:50:27
Veracode Vulnerability Database
sca.analysiscenter.veracode.com
14
linux
atheros
use after free
vulnerability
wireless adapter driver
local user
privileges
system

0.0004 Low

EPSS

Percentile

5.1%

Linux kernel’s Atheros is vulnerable to Use After Free. The vulnerability exists in the wireless adapter driver in the way a user forces the ath9k_htc_wait_for_target function to fail with some input messages. This flaw allows a local user to crash or potentially escalate their privileges on the system.