CVE-2024-53156 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.1 ath9k htc_hst.c htc_connect_service array index

A vulnerability has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.1 and classified as problematic. Affected by this vulnerability is the function htc_connect_service of the file drivers/net/wireless/ath/ath9k/htc_hst.c of the component ath9k. The manipulation leads to improper validation of array index.

This vulnerability is known as CVE-2024-53156. The attack can only be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.