CVE-2024-57898 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.8 cfg80211_cac_event Privilege Escalation

CVE-2024-57898 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.8 cfg80211_cac_event Privilege Escalation

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.8. Affected by this issue is the function cfg80211_cac_event. The manipulation leads to Privilege Escalation. This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2024-57898. Access to the local network is required for this attack to succeed. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.