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CVE-2026-98191

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: wifi: wlcore: release runtime PM ref on regdomain config failure wlcore_regdomain_config() gets a runtime PM reference before s…

Published Oct 6, 2026EPSS 0.18%

Overview

CVE-2026-98191 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: wlcore: release runtime PM ref on regdomain config failure

wlcore_regdomain_config() gets a runtime PM reference before sending

the regulatory-domain command. When

wlcore_cmd_regdomain_config_locked() fails, the function queues recovery

and returns without dropping that reference.

Release the reference after handling the command result so both success

and failure paths balance the preceding

pm_runtime_resume_and_get(). The recovery worker takes a separate

runtime PM reference and cannot release the reference held here.

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-2026-98191?

CVE-2026-98191 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 6, 2026.

How severe is CVE-2026-98191?

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-2026-98191?

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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