CVE-2026-63866

A vulnerability in the Linux kernel affects the mt76 Wi-Fi driver, specifically in the mt7996_mac_sta_deinit_link() function, where the WCID pointer is not properly cleared when removing a station link. This oversight could lead to potential memory corruption or denial of service, impacting system stability and security. Organizations using Linux systems with the mt76 driver should prioritize patching this vulnerability to mitigate risks associated with unauthorized access or system crashes.