Vulnerability in ath11k: pci

Kernel Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

24/04/2022

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No i

Fix available

Unrated

Severity

Not published

CVSS Score

GSD-2022-1001735: ath11k: pci: fix crash on suspend if board file is not found. Affects Kernel versions < fed4cef115ab21a18faf499b3fa9b9a4b544f941. No fix is published. How to fix ↓

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Background

The ath11k: pci package is a component of the Linux Kernel, which is responsible for managing the PCI interface for Qualcomm Atheros wireless chipsets. It provides the necessary drivers and firmware to enable wireless communication on devices using these chipsets. The vulnerability in this package can lead to a crash on system suspend if the required board file is not found.

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability in ath11k: pci arises when the system attempts to suspend, but the necessary board file is not present. This can result in a crash, impacting the stability and functionality of the system. The vulnerability has been addressed in the Linux Kernel version v5.15.34 by commit fed4cef115ab21a18faf499b3fa9b9a4b544f941.

How To Fix

No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.

To fix this vulnerability, it is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.15.34 or later. This can be done by downloading the latest kernel source code from the official Linux Kernel repository (https://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/stable/linux.git/) and compiling it according to the provided instructions.

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Workaround

There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. The recommended solution is to update the Linux Kernel.

Conclusion

The vulnerability in ath11k: pci can lead to a crash on system suspend if the required board file is not found. It is crucial to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.15.34 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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