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CVE-2022-1679

HighPublished

A use-after-free flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s Atheros wireless adapter driver in the way a user forces the ath9k_htc_wait_for_target function to...

Published: May 16, 2022
Updated: Aug 3, 2024
Assigning CNA: redhat
Evidence observed: Aug 8, 2026

Primary CVSS

7.8/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 3.1

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS probability estimate

0.8%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 55.0%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

A use-after-free flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s Atheros wireless adapter driver in the way a user forces the ath9k_htc_wait_for_target function to fail with some input messages. This flaw allows a local user to crash or potentially escalate their privileges on the system.

Sources

-Detection-and-Mitigation-for-CVE-2022-1679Patch
Shell script to detect and mitigate CVE-2022-1679, a use-after-free vulnerability in the Linux kernel's ath9k wireless driver that allows local privilege escalation. Recommends blacklisting the affected module.
Detection-and-Mitigation-for-CVE-2022-1679Detection
Shell script to detect and mitigate CVE-2022-1679, a use-after-free vulnerability in the Linux kernel's ath9k wireless driver that allows local privilege escalation.

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