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CVE-2023-54191

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: wifi: mt76: mt7996: fix memory leak in mt7996_mcu_exit Always purge mcu skb queues in mt7996_mcu_exit routine even if mt7996_fi…

Published Dec 30, 2025EPSS 0.19%

Overview

CVE-2023-54191 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 30, 2025.

Technical description

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

wifi: mt76: mt7996: fix memory leak in mt7996_mcu_exit

Always purge mcu skb queues in mt7996_mcu_exit routine even if

mt7996_firmware_state fails.

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-2023-54191?

CVE-2023-54191 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 30, 2025.

How severe is CVE-2023-54191?

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-2023-54191?

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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