CVE-2026-64536 Linux CVE debrief

Who should care

Linux kernel developers and maintainers, users of Linux distributions that include the rtl8723bs module, security teams responsible for vulnerability management and patching, and Linux distribution maintainers who may need to backport patches to affected versions.

Technical summary

The is_ap_in_tkip() function in the rtl8723bs module does not properly validate the length of Information Elements (IEs) before accessing their contents. This can lead to out-of-bounds reads when processing truncated or malformed IEs. The vulnerability has been addressed with kernel patches that add necessary bounds checks. Affected Linux kernel developers and maintainers should review and apply these patches to prevent potential exploits. The patches ensure that the rtl8723bs module correctly handles IEs, preventing OOB reads and potential system crashes or code execution.

Defensive priority

Medium

Recommended defensive actions

• Review and apply the provided kernel patches to ensure the rtl8723bs module is updated with the necessary bounds checks.
• Verify that Linux distributions and systems using the rtl8723bs module are updated with the latest kernel patches.
• Monitor for any potential exploits or attacks targeting this vulnerability in the Linux kernel.
• Perform a thorough review of the affected systems and components to identify potential exposure.
• Conduct vulnerability scanning and penetration testing to validate the effectiveness of the patches.
• Update asset inventory and configuration management systems to reflect patched systems.
• Track and verify the remediation status of affected systems.

Evidence notes

The CVE record was published on 2026-07-27T08:16:22.890Z and has not been modified since then. The NVD entry is currently Received. Evidence is limited to the provided CVE and NVD information. Defenders should verify the accuracy of this information with additional sources and review their systems for potential exposure.

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