CVE-2025-39864 Details
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: wifi: cfg80211: fix use-after-free in cmp_bss() Following bss_free() quirk introduced in commit 776b3580178f ("cfg80211: track hidden SSID networks properly"), adjust cfg80211_update_known_bss() to free the last beacon frame elements only if they're not shared via the corresponding 'hidden_beacon_bss' pointer.
A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in the Linux kernel's cfg80211 component, specifically within the function that updates known Basic Service Set (BSS) information. This vulnerability arises from a quirk introduced to properly track hidden SSID networks, which can lead to improper memory management and potential exploitation. The issue has been addressed in the Linux kernel stable tree.
Users can upgrade to the latest version of the Linux kernel where this vulnerability has been patched. Instructions for downloading the patched version can be found in the Linux kernel official documentation.
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Jun 10, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-416 | Use After Free | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| linux linux kernel | >= 5.4, < 5.4.299 >= 5.5, < 5.10.243 >= 5.11, < 5.15.192 >= 5.16, < 6.1.151 >= 6.2, < 6.6.105 >= 6.7, < 6.12.46 >= 6.13, < 6.16.6 6.17 rc1 6.17 rc2 6.17 rc3 6.17 rc4 |
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| debian debian linux | 11.0 |
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Change History
8 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 30, 2026 | CVE Modified | kernel.org |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | siemens-SADP |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | kernel.org |
| May 12, 2026 | CVE Modified | siemens-SADP |
| Jan 20, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Nov 3, 2025 | CVE Modified | CVE |
| Sep 19, 2025 | New CVE Received | kernel.org |