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CVE-2024-58061: wifi: mac80211: prohibit deactivating all links

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: wifi: mac80211: prohibit deactivating all links In the internal API this calls this is a WARN_ON, but that should remain since internally we want to know about bugs that may cause this. Prevent deactivating all links in the debugfs write directly.

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Plain-English summary

CVE-2024-58061 is a Linux kernel Wi-Fi mac80211 issue where a debugfs write path could try to deactivate all links. The upstream fix blocks that action. Sources do not provide CVSS, impact detail, or evidence of active exploitation, so urgency should be driven by kernel exposure and vendor advisories.

Executive priority

Treat as a routine kernel maintenance item unless affected Wi-Fi-enabled Linux assets are internet-adjacent, unmanaged, or embedded in critical operations. No source provided evidence of active exploitation or critical severity.

Technical view

The vulnerability is in Linux kernel mac80211 multi-link handling. The fix prevents the debugfs interface from deactivating all links, while keeping the internal WARN_ON for developer visibility. The record names stable kernel fixes and affected Linux kernel version data, but does not describe privilege requirements, reachable attack surface, or security impact.

Likely exposure

Exposure is most likely on Linux systems using affected kernel builds with Wi-Fi/mac80211 functionality. Appliances and embedded products may inherit exposure through bundled kernels, as shown by Debian LTS and Siemens advisories.

Exploitation context

The CVE is not listed as KEV, and the provided sources do not claim active exploitation or public exploit availability. The described path involves debugfs, which may limit practical exposure depending on system configuration and access controls.

Researcher notes

Evidence is limited to the kernel fix description and downstream advisories. Do not assume remote exploitability from the CVE text alone. Focus validation on affected kernel lineage, debugfs availability, wireless stack use, and whether vendor packages include the stable fixes.

Mitigation direction

  • Apply kernel updates from your OS or device vendor.
  • Track Linux stable fixes referenced in the CVE record.
  • Review Debian LTS guidance for Debian-based systems.
  • Review Siemens SSA-019113 for affected Siemens products.
  • If immediate patching is blocked, restrict debugfs access where operationally feasible.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory Linux kernel versions across servers, laptops, and embedded assets.
  • Identify systems using Wi-Fi/mac80211 drivers or wireless capabilities.
  • Check vendor advisories for fixed package or firmware versions.
  • Confirm deployed kernels include the referenced stable commits.
  • Document exceptions where debugfs is unavailable or access-restricted.
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Confidence
medium
Sources
9

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Unknown
CVSS
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Known Exploited
No
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Affected products

Products and packages named in the record

VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
LinuxLinux3d901102922723eedce6ef10ebd03315a7abb8a5, 3d901102922723eedce6ef10ebd03315a7abb8a5, 3d901102922723eedce6ef10ebd03315a7abb8a5, 3d901102922723eedce6ef10ebd03315a7abb8a5, 3d901102922723eedce6ef10ebd03315a7abb8a5unaffected
LinuxLinux6.1, 0, 6.1.129, 6.6.76, 6.12.13, 6.13.2, 6.14affected
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