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CVE-2026-98188

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: wifi: p54: validate curve data length in the calibration curve converters p54_convert_rev0() and p54_convert_rev1() read calibr…

Published Oct 6, 2026EPSS 0.18%

Overview

CVE-2026-98188 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 6, 2026.

Technical description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:

wifi: p54: validate curve data length in the calibration curve converters

p54_convert_rev0() and p54_convert_rev1() read calibration curve

data from the device-supplied EEPROM entry using channel and

points-per-channel counts taken verbatim from that same entry, so

an entry that declares more data than it carries drives an

out-of-bounds read past the EEPROM buffer (verified with a KASAN

reproducer of the conversion loop). The sibling converters

p54_convert_output_limits() and p54_convert_db() already validate

their counts against the entry length; this path was missed.

Reject the entry when the counts do not fit in the entry data.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-98188?

CVE-2026-98188 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 6, 2026.

How severe is CVE-2026-98188?

CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-98188?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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