CVE-2024-56535

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

wifi: rtw89: coex: check NULL return of kmalloc in btc_fw_set_monreg()

kmalloc may fail, return value might be NULL and will cause NULL pointer dereference. Add check NULL return of kmalloc in btc_fw_set_monreg().

This vulnerability is rated as Moderate impact because it requires local access and the presence of supported Realtek wireless hardware to trigger. A failure in memory allocation within the Realtek Wi-Fi driver can lead to a kernel crash, resulting in a denial of service without compromising confidentiality or system integrity. Enterprise server environments typically do not utilize this wireless hardware, significantly limiting exposure under default configurations.

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